Maravilha

Maravilha is a municipal administrative center in western Santa Catarina situated at an elevation of 624 meters. It covers an area of 170 square kilometers in the Oeste Catarinense region.

The town emerged in 1949 from a settlement in pine forest lands established by immigrants from Rio Grande do Sul. These early settlers came predominantly from German and Italian backgrounds and shaped the founding communities.

The town earned its title as City of Children through the active participation of young students in local celebrations and community gatherings. This designation reflects how much the community values children and brings them into shared public life.

The town operates three radio stations and two local newspapers that serve residents with information about community services. These media outlets help visitors stay informed about local developments and current community activities.

The name Maravilha comes from early settlers' exclamations when they discovered the vast pine forests and marveled at the landscape. This origin story shows how deeply the first inhabitants were moved by the natural surroundings.

Location: Santa Catarina

Inception: July 27, 1958

Elevation above the sea: 624 m

Shares border with: Bom Jesus do Oeste, Cunha Porã, Flor do Sertão, Iraceminha, Modelo, São Miguel da Boa Vista, Tigrinhos

Website: http://maravilha.sc.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -26.77000,-53.21667

Latest update: December 23, 2025 19:02