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Gravataí, Industrial municipality in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.

Description

Gravataí is an industrial municipality near Porto Alegre in Rio Grande do Sul. The area spreads across a substantial territory with the Gravataí River running through its landscape.

History

Portuguese settlers founded a mission settlement in 1763 that later transformed into an important regional center. Industrialization reshaped the place significantly in recent decades.

Culture

The town carries traces of its Guarani heritage through the daily traditions and celebrations of its residents. This connection to indigenous history shapes the place's identity even today.

Practical

The place sits within easy reach of Porto Alegre and serves as a good base for exploring the region. Visitors should expect an industrial character and modern urban life.

Did you know?

A major automotive manufacturer has shaped the local economy and landscape for several decades. This factory employs many people from the area and remains central to the local character.

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Inception
1763
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Elevation above the sea
26 m
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Shares border with
Glorinha, Taquara, Viamão, Cachoeirinha, Sapucaia do Sul, Alvorada, Novo Hamburgo, Esteio
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GPS coordinates
-29.94333,-50.99389
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Latest update
December 14, 2025 19:18

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