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Nilópolis, Municipality in Greater Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Nilópolis extends over 19 square kilometers in Rio de Janeiro state, featuring residential neighborhoods and industrial zones at 25 meters above sea level.

The establishment of Nilópolis in 1947 marked a period of substantial urban development, named after former Brazilian President Nilo Peçanha.

The municipality holds a prominent samba school, Beija-Flor, which participates in Rio de Janeiro's carnival with elaborate performances and competitions.

Electric trains connect Nilópolis to downtown Rio de Janeiro, providing transportation for residents who work in the larger metropolitan area.

With over 17,400 inhabitants per square kilometer in its inhabited area, Nilópolis ranks as Brazil's most densely populated urban center.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Inception: August 21, 1947

Elevation above the sea: 25 m

Website: http://www.nilopolis.rj.gov.br/

Shares border with: São João de Meriti, Rio de Janeiro, Mesquita

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

GPS coordinates: -22.80778,-43.41389

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:03

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