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City transport
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SA?o Paulo's
public transport
network is extensive but traffic congestion and a seemingly perpetual rush hour can make travelling by bus or taxis frustratingly slow going. Matters are made even worse when it rains: SA?o Paulo's drainage system cannot cope with the tropical storms and, as roads are transformed into rivers, the city grinds to a halt - just take cover in a bar or
lanchonete
and sit it out. The city's metrA? network, by contrast, is fast, clean and efficient, though limited in extent. As a
safety precaution
, when using public transport always make sure you have some small notes at hand, so as not to attract attention to yourself when fumbling through your wallet or bag for change.
With your own car, the main difficulties of driving in SA?o Paulo are the volume of traffic and finding a parking space. Otherwise, roads are well signposted and it's surprisingly easy to get out of the city Other useful information
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