Bonfim Paulista


Bonfim Paulista is a district of the city of Ribeirão Preto. It is located at 16km from the district center and 299km from São Paulo. It has 20,000 inhabitants. Its neighboring cities are Cravinhos and Guatapará.

History

It was founded on February 10, 1894, being official on October 3, 1902, but the settlement already existed since 1850.
In 1906 the first school was built and inaugurated the sub-town-hall, being José Luciano de Andrade, the first sub-mayor.
Also in 1906, the first Telephonic Center was installed in Bonfim Square.

Old Denominations