Taguatinga

Taguatinga is an administrative region in the Federal District of Brazil featuring a network of commercial avenues alongside residential neighborhoods spread across the area. Multiple transportation links and metro stations connect the region to central Brasília.

The region originated in the mid-1700s as a modest settlement by pioneers and cattle drivers before becoming an official administrative area in 1958. This shift from a rural outpost to a structured administrative division shaped the growth of modern Brasília.

The name comes from the Tupi language, where 'tinga' means white and reflects the indigenous roots of the area. You can see this connection to the past in street names and the way locals speak about their neighborhood's origins.

The area is best explored by car or metro, with multiple transit lines and access routes available throughout the region. It helps to familiarize yourself with the local street layout beforehand, as the territory is large and divided into different sections.

The region centers on three major commercial streets that together form one of the largest retail hubs in the area. These avenues serve as the commercial backbone and draw visitors from Brasília and surrounding neighborhoods daily.

Location: Federal District

Inception: June 5, 1958

Elevation above the sea: 1,000 m

Website: http://taguatinga.df.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -15.83333,-48.05639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44