Joinville (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒõjˈvili]) is a city in Santa Catarina State, in the Southern Region of Brazil. Joinville is Santa Catarina's largest city. In 2010, its population has reached approximately 520,000, many of whom are of German descent. Joinville's metropolitan area is home to over a million residents according to the 2010 census by IBGE.[1]

Owing to urban development and relatively good infrastructure, Joinville has become a major center for events and business conferences. The city has one of the highest standards of living in Brazil.[2]
Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joinville%2C_Santa_Catarina%2C_Brazil