City history
From the indigenous territories of the Carijó people to the bustling capital of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis has evolved through colonial settlement and significant political shifts.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"Our Lady of Exile"
As a specific indigenous name for the city was not reliably documented in colonial records, the earliest documented historical name is used here.
Our Lady of Exile
This was the original colonial name used throughout the Portuguese period and the early years of the Brazilian Empire.
City of Floriano
The name was changed during the era to honor the second president of the Brazilian Republic, Floriano Peixoto.
Chapter two
The Brazilian government officially ended the seasonal use of daylight saving time nationwide, including in Florianópolis, to reduce energy consumption.
Brazil moved toward more unified time standards across its various states to improve synchronization for national transport and communication.
Chapter three
The formal establishment of the settlement that would eventually grow into the vibrant metropolitan capital of the state of Santa Catarina.
The iconic suspension bridge was completed, providing a vital and permanent physical link between the island and the mainland of Santa Catarina.
The city officially transitioned from the name Desterro to Florianópolis to honor the legacy of the second president, Floriano Peixoto.