Ibiraçu

Ibiraçu is a municipality in Espírito Santo covering roughly 200 square kilometers of hilly and mountainous terrain. The area divides between urban zones and rural lands, with most residents living in town centers.

The municipality originated in 1877 when Italian settlers from Genoa established themselves near the Piraqueaçu River headwaters and founded the Santa Cruz Colony. This settlement laid the foundation for the region's later development.

Residents here maintain strong ties to farming through weekly produce markets and community celebrations that gather people of all ages. These gatherings shape daily life and reveal how closely connected the local community remains.

The town sits about 75 kilometers north of Vitória and connects to neighboring municipalities through regional roads. Essential public services are available, with the dry season offering the most pleasant conditions for visiting.

The Morro da Vargem monastery on the heights houses a 35-meter Buddha statue and runs reforestation projects. Monks and volunteers systematically plant trees to restore Atlantic Forest across the region.

Location: Espírito Santo

Elevation above the sea: 75 m

Shares border with: Fundão, João Neiva, Aracruz, Santa Teresa

GPS coordinates: -19.83194,-40.37000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54