Três Rios

Três Rios is a municipality in Rio de Janeiro located where three major rivers converge: the Paraíba do Sul, Piabanha, and Paraibuna. The town spreads across a region elevated at about 467 meters above sea level.

The settlement took shape in the late 1800s as people recognized the strategic advantage of the location where three rivers meet. The natural formation inspired the name and set the foundation for growth into a municipality.

The Federal Rural University of Rio de Janeiro operates a campus here, shaping local academic life and attracting students from across the region. This institution influences how the community develops and what opportunities exist for young people.

The best time to visit is during drier months when water levels are lower and travel easier. The municipality offers basic services and information through its official website for visitors and residents.

A former president gave this location the nickname 'Corner of Brazil' because two major highways cross here. This name reflects the town's importance as a transportation hub connecting different parts of the country.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Elevation above the sea: 467 m

Shares border with: Areal, Chiador, Comendador Levy Gasparian, Paraíba do Sul, São José do Vale do Rio Preto, Sapucaia

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

GPS coordinates: -22.11694,-43.20889

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:16