Anápolis

Located at an elevation of 1,017 meters between Brasília and Goiânia, Anápolis maintains mild temperatures throughout the year with dry winters and rainy summers.

The settlement began in the 18th century when travelers searching for gold in the region decided to establish permanent residences in this fertile agricultural area.

The city hosts numerous educational institutions, including universities and colleges, making it a central hub for academic pursuits in the state of Goiás.

The strategic position between Brasília and Goiânia, combined with extensive road and rail networks, enables efficient transportation of goods across central Brazil.

Anápolis stands as the first city in Goiás to receive electricity in 1924, marking the beginning of its transformation into a modern industrial center.

Location: Goiás

Inception: 1887

Elevation above the sea: 1,017 m

Website: http://www.anapolis.go.gov.br/

Shares border with: Goianápolis, Nerópolis, Ouro Verde de Goiás, Campo Limpo de Goiás, Petrolina de Goiás, Pirenópolis, Abadiânia, Gameleira de Goiás, Leopoldo de Bulhões, Silvânia, Terezópolis de Goiás

Website: http://anapolis.go.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -16.32694,-48.95278

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:45