Piracaia, Municipality in São Paulo, Brazil
Piracaia covers 386 square kilometers of land in southeastern Brazil, with an elevation of 792 meters above sea level at coordinates -23.053889, -46.358056.
The municipality underwent a name change on August 20, 1906, transitioning from its original designation Santo Antônio da Cachoeira to the current name Piracaia.
The Igreja das Almas stands as a central architectural element in Piracaia, representing local religious traditions and historical construction methods from past centuries.
The municipality connects to major urban centers through an established road network, making it accessible for visitors from other regions of São Paulo state.
The population density of 71 inhabitants per square kilometer maintains a balance between community development and preservation of natural spaces.
Location: São Paulo
Elevation above the sea: 792 m
Shares border with: Atibaia, Bom Jesus dos Perdões, Bragança Paulista, Igaratá, Joanópolis, Nazaré Paulista, Vargem, São José dos Campos
Website: http://piracaia.sp.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -23.05389,-46.35806
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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