Amparo, São Paulo

Amparo is a Brazilian city of the state of São Paulo. The population in 2003 was 63,364. The area is 446 km². The city is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Amparo.

The city is part of the "Water-Circuit", a cluster of towns which are very famous for natural fountains and waterwells. The main event here is the Winter Festival, when some stages are set over the main plaza and shows are scheduled for the whole month of July. All kinds of bands are invited to the city, from sertanejo (a Brazilian form of country music) to heavy metal. Ballet and plays are often part of it. Although the event is more directed to the city inhabitants, it's a touristic event and July might be the best time to visit Amparo.

Amparo is very near (about fifty kilometers) Campinas and 120 kilometers from São Paulo.