Ponta Porã, Border municipality in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
Located at 755 meters above sea level, Ponta Porã extends across 5,329 square kilometers in the southwestern part of Mato Grosso do Sul state.
The region transformed from a military colony in 1862 to an official municipality in 1913, with Ponciano de Matos Pereira leading as the first mayor.
The municipality maintains strong connections with Paraguay through its direct border with Pedro Juan Caballero, creating a natural exchange of Brazilian and Paraguayan traditions.
The local dialing code is 67, and the municipality operates multiple educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial establishments serving both Brazilian and Paraguayan residents.
The municipality forms a dry border conurbation with Pedro Juan Caballero, allowing residents to cross between Brazil and Paraguay by simply walking across the street.
Location: Mato Grosso do Sul
Inception: 1892
Elevation above the sea: 687 m
Shares border with: Aral Moreira, Antônio João, Bela Vista, Dourados, Guia Lopes da Laguna, Jardim, Laguna Carapã, Maracaju
Website: http://pontapora.ms.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -22.53583,-55.72583
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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