Freguesia, Administrative division in Jacarepaguá, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Freguesia represents a middle-class residential area within Jacarepaguá, featuring numerous high-class villas and local commercial establishments serving its population of 54,010 inhabitants.
The district transformed from a rural setting into an urban neighborhood through Rio de Janeiro's expansion, reflecting the city's demographic changes over several decades.
Local churches and community centers in Freguesia function as meeting points where residents participate in traditional celebrations and neighborhood gatherings throughout the year.
The neighborhood contains multiple shopping centers, educational facilities, and transportation links that connect residents to other sections of Rio de Janeiro.
Freguesia maintains specific administrative boundaries within Jacarepaguá while sharing its name with different regions in Rio de Janeiro, such as Ilha do Governador.
Location: Jacarepaguá
Location: Barra and Jacarepaguá
Shares border with: Pechincha
GPS coordinates: -22.93111,-43.34444
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:02
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