Quirinópolis

Quirinópolis is a municipality in southern Goiás with terrain that sits at approximately 478 meters elevation within a tropical savanna landscape. The city connects to regional and national highway systems that link it to surrounding communities and larger Brazilian centers.

The settlement was founded in 1832 when João Cristóstomo de Oliveira established a community known initially as Abadia do Parnaíba. It became an officially recognized municipality in 1943.

The State University of Goiás operates a campus in the city, contributing to the local academic community. Students from here and surrounding areas attend courses and programs at this institution.

The city is accessible via GO-164, a main highway that intersects with BR-452 and GO-206, creating routes to other Brazilian destinations. These road connections make it relatively straightforward to reach from surrounding regions.

The São Simão reservoir near the city forms the state border between Goiás and Minas Gerais and plays an important role in local water supply. This body of water shapes the natural surroundings of the region.

Location: Goiás

Elevation above the sea: 478 m

Shares border with: Bom Jesus de Goiás, Cachoeira Alta, Castelândia, Gouvelândia, Paranaiguara, Rio Verde, Santa Vitória

Website: http://quirinopolis.go.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -18.44778,-50.45194

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:25