Goiânia is the capital of Goiás, a state located right in the center of Brazil. Goiânia is the gateway to tourist attractions such as Caldas Novas, the Araguaia River, Pirenópolis, and Cidade de Goiás.
It has one of the largest art deco architectural collections in the country. It is worth strolling through the bustling city center and stopping at Praça Cívica, where you can visit the Zoroastro Artiaga Museum and the Museum of Image and Sound of Goiás, as well as the Monument to the 3 Races, which is the symbol of the city.
Two other cultural spaces stand out. The first is the Memorial do Cerrado, a scientific complex with ancient villages, indigenous villages, and scenic quilombos, a Natural History Museum, and ecological walking trails. The second is the Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Center, which houses the Museum of Contemporary Art of Goiás and has event space 
and is also a lively space for the young public.
The local cuisine is very rich. Items such as pamonha, caipira chicken with rice, empadão, and the unique fruit pequi should be part of your gastronomic experience. You can also visit ice cream shops that specialize in fruits from the Cerrado. Known as the Brazilian savanna, the Cerrado is the second largest biome in Brazil and is very rich in biodiversity.
Nightlife is quite lively, especially due to Brazilian country music, or “sertanejo,” a rhythm born in the State of Goiás. The capital of Goiás also has one of the largest 
independent rock scenes in the country and hosts many large festivals.
Urban parks such as Flamboyant, Vaca Brava, and Areião are like an urban oasis for residents and visitors, also offering the chance to connect with nature, neighbors, and practice sports.
With an excellent quality of life, the greatest highlight of Goiânia is certainly its people. The people of Goiânia are warm and friendly, making any tourist feel truly at home.
Source: www.visitbrasil.com