Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa is a municipality in the state of Espírito Santo in southeastern Brazil, located in a region of rolling hills and forested landscape. The area encompasses several smaller communities spread across the municipality with rural and agricultural characteristics throughout.

The municipality was founded in the 19th century as a settlement in the mountainous interior region. Its development was tied to agricultural activities and local colonization efforts in the area.

As a rural municipality, Santa Teresa offers a quiet stay with access to nature and local communities. Visitors should expect simple accommodations and limited services, but also encounter welcoming people and traditional ways of living.

Location: Espírito Santo

Elevation above the sea: 520 m

Shares border with: Fundão, Ibiraçu, Itaguaçu, Itarana, João Neiva, Santa Leopoldina, Santa Maria de Jetibá, São Roque do Canaã

Website: https://santateresa.es.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -19.93583,-40.60000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:21