Manacapuru

Manacapuru is a municipality in Amazonas located where the Manacapuru River meets the Solimões River in northern Brazil. The area spans around 7,300 square kilometers and includes both developed zones and expanses of Amazon rainforest.

The municipality was established on July 16, 1932, growing from early river settlements into an administrative center. This founding marked its formal recognition as a significant locality in Amazonas.

Daily life blends indigenous traditions with modern Brazilian practices, visible in how residents interact with the rivers and forests that surround them. Local habits reflect a strong connection to the water and natural world.

The municipality is located about 80 kilometers upstream from Manaus and is accessed primarily by river. Much of the surrounding area is protected and difficult to enter without local guidance.

Nearly a fifth of the Rio Negro Right Bank Environmental Protection Area falls within its boundaries, safeguarding delicate ecosystems. This makes it a key location for conservation efforts in the region.

Location: Amazonas

Elevation above the sea: 37 m

Shares border with: Anamã, Beruri, Caapiranga, Iranduba, Manaquiri, Novo Airão

Website: http://manacapuru.am.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -3.30000,-60.62056

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:05