Presidente Getúlio

Presidente Getúlio is a municipality in Vale do Itajai, Santa Catarina, situated on varied terrain at about 255 meters (836 feet) in elevation. The landscape shows rolling hills, green spaces, and scattered settlements where homes and agricultural land form the visual character.

The name honors Getúlio Vargas, an influential Brazilian president in the early to mid-1900s who shaped the nation's direction. It was established during a period of regional growth across Santa Catarina.

The residents maintain strong ties to their European roots through traditional dances and regional food that families pass down over time. These practices shape local celebrations and community gatherings throughout the year.

The municipality is traversed by smaller roads and relatively easy to navigate, with a central area for basic services. The best time to visit is during the drier months when roads are in good condition.

Local farming blends European growing methods with Brazilian techniques in a distinctive approach to the land. This mixture grew from the area's history of European settlement and shows up in fields and small farms throughout the region.

Location: Santa Catarina

Elevation above the sea: 255 m

Shares border with: José Boiteux, Rio do Sul, Dona Emma, Ibirama, Laurentino, Rio do Oeste

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

GPS coordinates: -27.05083,-49.62278

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42