Recanto das Emas, Administrative region in Federal District, Brazil
Recanto das Emas is an administrative region in the Federal District situated between neighboring areas, featuring residential neighborhoods with houses and apartment buildings alongside commercial zones with shops and services.
The region was officially created on July 28, 1993, through Law 510, transforming vacant land into an organized urban settlement. Its establishment was part of broader urban development efforts in the Federal District during that period.
Residents from across Brazil have settled here, gathering at the Unified Arts & Sports Center where skateboarding and community events bring people together regularly.
The area connects well to major highways and has a bus terminal with regular service to other parts of the Federal District. Visitors should plan for travel time between different sections since the region spans a considerable distance.
A sculpture of a Greater Rhea serves as the region's symbol, recalling the wild birds that once roamed the natural grasslands. The artwork connects the urban development to memory of the place's original wildlife.
Location: Federal District
Inception: July 28, 1993
Website: http://recanto.df.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -15.90806,-48.07306
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26
Memorial JK
22 km
Sarah Kubitschek City Park
21.4 km
Catetinho
10.1 km
Monumento Solarius
16.6 km
Igrejinha Nossa Senhora de Fátima
20.9 km
Serejão
8 km
Zoológico de Brasília
15.7 km
Quartel General do Exército Brasileiro
22.4 km
Descoberto river dam
22.3 km
Memorial dos Povos Indígenas
22.1 km
Catedral Militar Rainha da Paz
21.3 km
Cine Brasília
21.3 km
Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga
13.3 km
Reservatório Elevado de Ceilândia
10.7 km
Embassy of Germany, Brasília
22.2 km
Gardens by Burle Marx
20.7 km
Casa Niemeyer
11.3 km
Templo Budista de Brasília
18.1 km
Museu Casa Velha da Fazenda Gama
10.3 km
IBGE Ecological Reserve
21.1 km
Brasilia's National Forest
15.9 km
Centro de Ensino Médio Escola Industrial de Taguatinga
8.5 km
Neighborhood unit 107/307 and 108/308 South
20.8 km
Cineflix JK Shopping Brasília
11.3 km
Obra de Athos Bulcão
20.9 km
M Norte
12.2 km
Centro de Ensino Fundamental Metropolitana
10.9 km
Jardim de Infância 308 Sul
20.7 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes