Santa Maria da Vitória

Santa Maria da Vitória is a municipality in western Bahia situated in a landscape shaped by farmland and natural waterways. The town serves as a local hub for the surrounding agricultural region.

The settlement began as an early colonial outpost in the 18th century and gradually developed into a local administrative center. Growth came through its role as a gathering point for regional commerce and farming activities.

The town maintains strong ties to agriculture and regional cooking traditions rooted in local ingredients. Daily life here revolves around farming practices and food preparation methods that connect residents to their land.

The town is accessible by intercity buses that depart from terminals near the main avenues in the center. Visitors will find most services and lodging options located in the central area.

The area is home to agricultural cooperatives that work together to manage and distribute local farm products. These groups play a quiet but important role in how the community sustains itself economically.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 638 m

Shares border with: São Félix do Coribe, Baianópolis, Canápolis, Coribe, Correntina, Jaborandi, Santana, São Desidério

Website: http://santamariadavitoria100anos.com.br

GPS coordinates: -13.39778,-44.19778

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:59