Itaocara

Itaocara is a municipality in Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil, covering a sizable area of land. The town sits at an elevation typical for the region, with a landscape shaped by hills and rural countryside.

The municipality emerged as an administrative division of Rio de Janeiro state during the region's development. It grew as a rural center tied to the area's settlement and early growth patterns.

The municipality keeps its ties to farming traditions that shape how many residents live and work today. This heritage remains visible in the daily rhythm of local communities.

The town is reachable by car from Rio de Janeiro, with several lodging options available for visitors. The terrain is relatively level and easy to navigate on foot.

The municipality sits at specific coordinates of -21.678889 latitude and -42.081944 longitude, creating precise geographic boundaries for administrative purposes.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Elevation above the sea: 205 m

Shares border with: Aperibé, Cambuci, Cantagalo, Santo Antônio de Pádua, São Fidélis, São Sebastião do Alto

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

GPS coordinates: -21.67889,-42.08194

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07