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São Paulo, Brazil
Proposed place for the next meeting of
CIE Divisions 4 & 5in 2004
The City of São PauloHistory
The City of São PauloHistory
Founded in January 25, 1554 by the jesuit priests coming from Portugal on a plateau 2,493 feet (760 meters) above sea level, but only 45 miles (72 km) from the coast
During 450 years the city is experiencing a huge urban growth and an intense economical and social development
The City of São PauloThe City of São Paulo
Has a population of 10.5 Million inhabitants
the 4th most populated city in the world
And a street lighting system with 525,000 lighting points
being presently subjected to a huge modernization program
The City of São PauloThe City of São Paulo
Offers excellent conditions to acommodate CIE members:
Pleasant weather Good and inexpensive hotels and
restaurants Important Museums and Music
Halls Proximity of attractive places:
Rio de Janeiro (50min), Salvador (80min), Brasilia (80min), Iguaçú Falls (90min)
Some reasons for electing the city of São Paulo to the next CIE Divisions 4&5 meeting in 2004
Some reasons for electing the city of São Paulo to the next CIE Divisions 4&5 meeting in 2004
The city makes its 450th anniversaryElections for mayor in 2004 All the urban lighting of the city is being modernizing There is potential interest by lighting professionals to
cooperate with CIE activities
Information needed and actions to be takenInformation needed and actions to be taken
Possible dates for the meetingConfirmation up to July 31st.Contacts:
