Queimados

Queimados is a municipality in Rio de Janeiro comprising residential neighborhoods and commercial areas spread across varied terrain. The city displays a typical mix of urban structures with local streets winding through residential and business districts.

The municipality was established in 1990 through separation from neighboring administrative areas, creating its own independent governance. This administrative reorganization shaped the area's modern development.

The Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church in the commercial center serves as a gathering place for the local community, reflecting the religious traditions that shape daily life. The building draws visitors interested in understanding the cultural roots of the region.

The municipality connects to the regional transport network via the Japeri train line and maintains frequent bus services to nearby centers. Pedestrians can find local shops and services concentrated along the main streets of the commercial district.

A protected environmental area within the municipal boundaries serves as a space for educational activities and nature-based learning. The area is used by photographers and educators to explore and document local ecology.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Inception: December 21, 1990

Elevation above the sea: 29 m

Shares border with: Japeri, Nova Iguaçu, Seropédica

Website: http://queimados.rj.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -22.71583,-43.55500

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:25