Santo Amaro da Imperatriz

Santo Amaro da Imperatriz is an administrative division in Santa Catarina with urban areas and natural reserves. The region shifts between developed zones and preserved forest landscapes.

The municipality was established in 1958 and grew from a small settlement into a regional administrative center. This transformation shows how the place gained importance over time.

The Festival of the Holy Spirit and the Corn Festival are important celebrations that gather residents throughout the year. These events shape community life and reflect traditions that matter to local people.

The area lies about 500 kilometers from São Paulo and connects easily to larger cities through the BR-282 highway. The road makes traveling to nearby towns and attractions straightforward.

The area contains parts of Serra do Tabuleiro State Park, which protects the water sources for the Florianópolis metropolitan region. This natural role makes it an important water reservoir for the wider area.

Location: Santa Catarina

Inception: July 10, 1958

Elevation above the sea: 402 m

Shares border with: Paulo Lopes, Águas Mornas, Palhoça, São Bonifácio, São José, São Pedro de Alcântara

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

GPS coordinates: -27.68778,-48.77889

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06