 In 1570, as reported by Father José de Anchieta, a shipwreck occurred between Porto Feliz and Tietê.This report indicates the presence of colonizers from the beginning of the discovery.During the monsoon, at the end of the 18th century, Pirapora do Curuçá was the first and most important port of resupply and rest for the bandeirantes leaving Araritaguaba (Porto Feliz).