Tocantins

The territory covers 277,620 square kilometers between the states of Goiás, Bahia, Maranhão, Piauí, and Pará, with numerous rivers flowing through savanna formations.

The National Congress of Brazil established Tocantins in 1988 by separating the northern section of Goiás state to create the twenty-seventh Brazilian federative unit.

The population combines traditions from indigenous communities, Portuguese settlers, and regional immigrants, reflected in local festivals and traditional celebrations throughout the year.

Palmas International Airport connects the state capital with major Brazilian cities, while federal highways BR-153 and BR-226 provide road access across the territory.

The state contains Bananal Island in the Araguaia River, which holds the record as the largest river island in Brazil and second largest in the world.

Location: North Region

Inception: 1988

Capital city: Palmas

Elevation above the sea: 525 m

Part of: North Region

Shares border with: Pará, Maranhão, Piauí, Bahia, Goiás, Mato Grosso

Website: http://portal.to.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -9.41667,-48.15000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:07