Passo Fundo, Municipal center in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Passo Fundo extends across 780 square kilometers at an elevation of 687 meters, featuring a network of commercial districts and residential neighborhoods.
The municipality originated as a settlement in 1827 and gained city status in 1890, establishing itself as a regional administrative center in Rio Grande do Sul.
The National Capital of Literature designation reflects the strong emphasis on reading and literary events throughout Passo Fundo's educational institutions and public spaces.
The city connects to major destinations through the Lauro Kurtz Airport and multiple highways, including BR 285, BR 153, RS 324, and RS 135.
Passo Fundo maintains the third largest medical complex in southern Brazil, with advanced healthcare facilities serving patients from across the surrounding regions.
Location: Rio Grande do Sul
Inception: 1827
Elevation above the sea: 687 m
Shares border with: Pontão, Carazinho, Coxilha, Ernestina, Marau, Mato Castelhano, Santo Antônio do Planalto
Website: http://passofundo.rs.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -28.26278,-52.40694
Latest update: June 6, 2025 00:05
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