São Simão

São Simão is a municipality in south-central Goiás situated along a large reservoir and the Paranaíba River. The town sits at approximately 490 meters in elevation and is characterized by extensive water surfaces created by dam construction.

The settlement began in the 1930s when diamond prospectors and fishermen established themselves along the Paranaíba River between Goiás and Minas Gerais states. A dam constructed later fundamentally transformed the landscape and reshaped the region's waterways.

The municipality is closely tied to water-based activities, with residents and visitors engaging in traditional fishing and water sports on the local lakes.

The town is well connected to larger cities via the BR-365 federal highway and has a regional airport along with several small ports. Visitors should know that the best time to explore the water surfaces is during drier months when water and road conditions are more stable.

The reservoir was created by dam construction and now covers a vast water surface with several islands rising in the midst of the former river landscape. This artificial system created a new habitat that attracts birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Location: Goiás

Elevation above the sea: 468 m

GPS coordinates: -18.99083,-50.54389

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20