Marília

Marília is a city located in the state of São Paulo in Brazil. Its coordinates are 22°12′50″S, 49°56′45″W. The population in 2004 is 215,911, the area is 1,173.1 km² The elevation is 675 m, adequate to the coffee culture, still the main agricultural product of the region. Marília was founded in 1929, and its name comes from the poem Marília de Dirceu written by Tomás Antonio Gonzaga during the Inconfidência Mineira revolution, in 18th.century. Marília is now known in Brazil as the National Food Capital, due to several food industries located there. The biggest industry in Marilia is the cattle industry. There is also a captivating night scene for people of all ages.