State of Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina is a state in southern Brazil. With a long Atlantic coastline and several islands, it's known for its beaches and mountains. Florianópolis, the capital, has a traditional public market with bars, restaurants and food stalls, and a history museum set in a 19th-century colonial governor's palace. Florianópolis lies mostly on Santa Catarina Island, which has beach resorts at its northern tip.