Vassouras

Vassouras is a municipality located in the inland region of Rio de Janeiro state on elevated terrain. The town spreads across hills with a downtown area containing colonial-era buildings alongside more recent construction.

The municipality became a major coffee production center during the 1800s, playing a key role in Brazil's economy at that time. Many buildings and infrastructure from this era remain visible in the landscape today.

The town's buildings reflect the colonial period when coffee plantations shaped life here. Walking through the streets, you see structures that tell the story of how the community was organized around farming.

The town is accessible by bus from Rio de Janeiro, though the journey takes a couple of hours through inland roads. Wear comfortable shoes since the terrain is hilly and many areas are best explored on foot.

The municipality keeps detailed records documenting how labor practices changed over time as the region transformed. These records provide a window into an important chapter of Brazil's past that many visitors find thought-provoking.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Elevation above the sea: 517 m

Shares border with: Barra do Piraí, Engenheiro Paulo de Frontin, Mendes, Miguel Pereira, Paraíba do Sul, Paty do Alferes, Rio das Flores, Valença

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

GPS coordinates: -22.40389,-43.66278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:20