Rio das Flores

Rio das Flores is a rural municipality in Rio de Janeiro state located on a mountainous plateau. The area is characterized by green hills and agricultural production, particularly coffee and sugarcane distilling.

Portuguese settlers arrived in the 16th century and transformed the region from indigenous Purí land into productive territory. The area became a major coffee-growing center as this crop shaped the local economy for centuries.

The annual Coffee, Cachaça and Chorinho festival celebrates local traditions and regional food specialties from the mountains. Visitors can experience live music, local crafts, and the culinary heritage that defines the area.

The municipality is accessible by bus from neighboring cities, with visitor information available at the central administrative office. Roads can be winding due to the hilly terrain, so traveling during daylight hours is recommended.

The municipality changed its name from Santa Teresa to Rio das Flores in 1943 to reflect the abundant plant life along its waterways. This renaming marks an important moment when local identity became tied to the region's natural character.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Elevation above the sea: 583 m

Shares border with: Belmiro Braga, Paraíba do Sul, Santa Bárbara do Monte Verde, Valença, Vassouras

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

GPS coordinates: -22.16778,-43.58583

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:49