Arapeí was formed at the time of the “Capitanias Hereditárias”. The village got its peak during the coffee period, a time when it had an important role in the History of the region.

When glorious times were over, Arapeí inhabitants decided to preserve its architecture as well as its small village lifestyle.

Due to that, Arapeí draws everyone’s attention when they stop by. Included in the book “Cidades Mortas” (Dead Cities) by Monteiro Lobato, Arapeí is still alive in its natural beauty, its cultural patrimony as well as in the warmth of its population. It’s a must to visit it!