Araruama, Administrative division in Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil.
The municipality of Araruama extends over 635 square kilometers along the Atlantic coast, featuring beaches and a large lagoon system.
The region transformed from indigenous Tupinambá territory to an official municipality in 1890, marking a significant shift in local administration patterns.
The municipality maintains traditional fishing practices near the Araruama Lagoon, where local markets supply fresh seafood to residents and visitors.
Visitors can reach Araruama through major highways connecting to Rio de Janeiro, with regular bus services operating between major urban centers.
The area contains sections of Atlantic Forest between the shoreline and lagoon, creating distinct ecological zones within the administrative boundaries.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Inception: January 22, 1890
Elevation above the sea: 15 m
Website: http://www.araruama.rj.gov.br/
Shares border with: Arraial do Cabo, Saquarema, Iguaba Grande, São Pedro da Aldeia, Silva Jardim, Cabo Frio, Casimiro de Abreu, Rio Bonito
Website: http://araruama.rj.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -22.87278,-42.34278
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:57
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