Nova Santa Rita

Nova Santa Rita extends across 217 square kilometers of land with an elevation of 33 meters above sea level in southern Brazil.

The area was home to Carijó indigenous people until 1732, when bandeirantes and cattle drivers began their expeditions through the region.

German settlers established the first colonies in 1824, followed by Portuguese and Azorean families who developed communities along the riverbanks.

The municipality sits 19 kilometers from Porto Alegre, making it easily accessible for residents who work or study in the state capital.

The name Santa Rita originated from an 1884 church dedication to Saint Rita of Cascia, with 'Nova' added upon municipal independence in 1992.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: March 20, 1992

Elevation above the sea: 33 m

Shares border with: Porto Alegre, Capela de Santana, Canoas, Esteio, Montenegro, Portão, Sapucaia do Sul, Triunfo

Website: http://novasantarita.rs.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -29.85694,-51.27389

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:53