bauru

Bauru is a municipality in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, located in the interior of the state in the west-central region. It is an important regional center for commerce, services, education, and health, serving a large agricultural hinterland.

Founded in the early 20th century, Bauru grew rapidly with the expansion of the railway and urban development. It evolved from a small settlement into a diversified city with manufacturing, logistics, and public administration as key sectors.

The city hosts several higher education institutions, including the Bauru School of Dentistry (Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru), which is part of the University of São Paulo and one of the country’s leading dental schools. Bauru is connected by major highways and is served by the Comandante João Ribeiro de Barros Airport, supporting regional travel and commerce.

The name Bauru is also associated with a popular Brazilian sandwich, the sanduíche de bauru. The sandwich typically consists of roast beef, queijo prato cheese, and tomato served on a small French roll, with regional variations. It originated in the city during the 1930s and has become a recognizable symbol of Brazilian fast-food culture.