Vila Bela da Santíssima Trindade

Located at the upper Guaporé River near the Bolivian border, Vila Bela da Santíssima Trindade stands at an elevation of 198 meters above sea level.

The settlement became the first capital of Mato Grosso in colonial times, established by Governor Dom Antônio Rolim de Moura Tavares to secure the frontier.

The Festa do Congo celebration features traditional performances at the former igreja matriz ruins, displaying the strong African heritage of local residents.

Access to Vila Bela requires travel from Cuiabá to Cáceres via BR 070 highway, then continuing through Pontes e Lacerda on BR 174 route.

The Serra Ricardo Franco State Park contains Jatobá Falls, measuring 218 meters in height, making it the tallest waterfall in Mato Grosso.

Location: Mato Grosso

Elevation above the sea: 198 m

Shares border with: Pontes e Lacerda

Website: http://vilabeladasantissimatrindade.mt.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -15.00778,-59.95083

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:54