Location: Cotia
Top Things to do in Cotia
What to do and see in Cotia, Brazil: The Best Places and Tips
Cotia is a municipality in the state of São Paulo in Brazil. It is part of the Metropolitan Region of São Paulo. The population is 229,548 (2015 est.) in an area of 323.99 km². The city is at an altitude of 853 m. Cotia is linked with the Rodovia Raposo Tavares highway.
Restaurants in Cotia
1. Fo Guang Shan Brazil - Zu Lai Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The Zu Lai Temple is one of many temples of Fo Guang Shan Monastery around the world. It has its roots in the Mahayana's Buddhism, a tradition that emphasizes that the Buddhahood is within the reach of all. Its practitioners strive to apply the teachings of the Buddha in daily life, hence the term Humanist Buddhism. Its purpose is to propagate the principles of the Fo Guang Shan Monastery by spreading the benefit of Buddhism to all through four important content: Education, Culture, Social Action and Religious Practice.
Reviewed By Eikg - São Paulo
It´s a beautiful temple, almost everything came from China.
On weekend there are buddhist´s ceremony , vegetarian lunch and some classes ( meditation, tai chi and kung fu).
There is a carp lake , Buddha statue´s and lots of cherry trees, I guess in 10 to 15 day the cherry is going be full bloom.
You can find peace there.
And if you have kids there are a small playground with a giant painted mural of Buddha besides.
The cafeteria offer bread and vegetarian snacks.
There are some different teas , as lichia or berry.
2. Templo Odsal Ling
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4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Travel_World63 - Sao Paulo, SP
Hidden in the Capuava road in Cotia, this tibetan budhist temple is founded by master Ripoche from an ancient lineage of of budhism. No one suspects that behind walls painted in salmon, it has a well preserved jewel. Colorful and well painted, the building is very unique in terms of architecture and spiritual proposal. All decorated with sacred animals and golden details, the artistic value of the house is amazing. Following the tibetan tradition, the philosophical teaching is transmitted orally, because most manuscripts were written in Sanskrit and Tibetan. The lying down Budha is the first statue to visit, whom represents the reincarnation of sleeping deity in His eternal rest (euphemism of death). The flags spreading fortune, house of lamps and the niches of bell wheel complement the main hall. In this magnificent hall, there is an imponent Budha statue and the tables where the followers meditate and learn the classes from the masters. Downstairs, there is a dining hall and souvenir shop. They serve meals on Sundays upon previous request. The free visits to the temple is guided by students of budhism on weekends. You have to arrive by car (there is a free parking lot) and push the bell to enter. Really a fantastic spiritual retreat for purification of stressful big cities. Good tour for small groups.
3. Pet Zoo
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4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By RAJ_LAKH - Shenzhen, China
We spent the entire day at Pet Zoo with my two little ones (9 and 4 years). They thoroughly enjoyed getting up and close with the animals, feeding them, and getting their pictures taken. The staff are just fantastic. The food at the restaurant is also good, toilets are clean and well stocked. Apart from the animals there are other activities for the children to enjoy - both kids tired the zip wire for the first time and got addicted to it. They also have a small canopy walk across a couple of trees. I would readily recommend this for a day out.
4. Cia dos Bichos
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4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By PL-R-TL - Sao Paulo, SP
Went with my wife and toddler (1y6m) on May2015. My boy had a wonderful time, went crazy petting and feeding the animals. We grownups also had a good time relaxing and running around after the kid...
We had a very tasty homemade meal at the restaurant, and all the employees were extremely helpful. Also, I found it fantastic the fact that they did not let any of the children (or adults) mistreat the animals in any way.
Highly recommend for families wanting to spend a nice day outdoors.
Total cost for my family, with meal, but without buying anything at the shop: around USD70,00 (R$200,00).
5. Bicho Mania
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4 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By fernandacastro - Sao Paulo, SP
Passeio interessante para famílias com filhos pequenos (mas não com bebês de colo). As crianças curtem ver os bichos, mas é um circuito cansativo para os pais, pois tem subidas e descidas íngremes e estreitas em alguns casos. Digo isso para alertar os pais que vão com bebês ou carrinhos, e não é muito agradável neste caso.
Tem uma variedades legal de bichos, alguns que não vemos tão facilmente como araras e outras aves. Mas a interação com os animais é limitada.
Monitores super atenciosos e engajados.
Almoço ok, com custo beneficio super razoável.
Recomendo para crianças acima de 3 anos, que andam bastante sozinhas. Foi uma experiência agradável.
6. The Square Open Mall
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4 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Decio Rey P - Itapevi, SP
Várias lojas no local dispostas na forma de um shopping aberto, com lojas nas ruas internas. Dentre as lojas há bancos comerciais, lojas de roupas, lojas de carnes, padarias, butiques, dentre outras. Os edifícios são constituídos de conjuntos comerciais com consultórios de médicos, dentistas e outros profissionais.
7. Basilica Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima em COTIA - Arautos do Evangelho
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Aberto UNICAMENTE durante as Missas: Segunda a Sexta: 19:30 hs Sábados: 17:00 hs Domingos: 8:00, 10:00, 17:00 e 19:00 hs.
Reviewed By MarisaEdu - Cotia, SP
If you visit during the services (missa) you will experience gregorian chants in Latin. It is a very conservative branch of Catholic Church.
Besides that, you will delight yourself with colors at inner side. A strong mix of red, blue, green and orange on paint walls and the vitreaux is admirable!
8. Cidade das Abelhas - Apiario Embu
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4 based on 249 reviews
Reviewed By rocmayer - Sao Paulo, SP
Este apiário não apenas possui uma grande área de mata preservada, como montou o espaço destinado a crianças e adultos para ensinar sobre a importância das abelhas e o processo da apicultura.
O ingresso pode ser adquirido em sites de compras coletivas com bom desconto (exceto para visitas aos domingos).
O terreno possui alguns desníveis, portanto passeio não recomendado para pessoas com dificuldade de locomoção.
9. Mini Fazenda Nose
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Chiqueiuqui - São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
local ideal para crianças urbanas tomarem conhecimentos dos diversos tipos de animais. tem restaurante. tem brinquedos para crianças.
10. Teresa Maia Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Carlos A - São Paulo
Fizemos um passeio em um lindo domingo de sol. O Parque é ótimo para caminhadas e para crianças brincarem e andarem de bicicleta. Há uma feirinha de domingo com vendas de artesanato e algumas comidinhas. Foi um passeio muito agradável. Não é um parque grande, mas bem gostoso.
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