Guararapes

The municipality of Guararapes extends across 956 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 415 meters above sea level in southeastern Brazil.

Established on January 5, 1937, Guararapes emerged as an administrative division within São Paulo state, marking a period of regional development and organization.

The name Guararapes stems from the Tupi indigenous language, meaning drums, reflecting the deep connection between local heritage and indigenous Brazilian roots.

Located at coordinates 21°15′39″S and 50°38′34″W, Guararapes maintains essential municipal services for its population of 33,100 residents spread across different neighborhoods.

The municipality manages a population density of 35 residents per square kilometer, balancing urban development with preservation of open spaces throughout its territory.

Location: São Paulo

Elevation above the sea: 415 m

Website: http://www.guararapes.sp.gov.br

Shares border with: Araçatuba, Bento de Abreu, Rubiácea, Gabriel Monteiro, Valparaíso, Salmourão, Piacatu, Osvaldo Cruz

Website: http://guararapes.sp.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -21.26083,-50.64278

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:19