Macaúbas

Macaúbas is a municipality in the Chapada Diamantina region, a highland area in northeastern Brazil characterized by varied terrain and natural features. The location sits at altitude and includes rivers, valleys, and diverse vegetation across its territory.

The settlement began in the mid-1600s when Portuguese colonists built a chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. This religious foundation became the center around which the place grew and developed over time.

The Tupinaés people, part of the Tupinambás group, were the first to settle in the region and left marks on local traditions and customs. Their presence shaped the character of the place and remains visible in place names and everyday practices.

The place sits in a hilly region with varying terrain, so comfortable shoes and reasonable fitness help when exploring. The best time to visit is during drier months when paths and roads are more accessible.

The name Macaúbas comes from indigenous language and refers to a palm tree species that once grew abundantly throughout the region. This tree was economically and culturally important to early inhabitants and continues to shape the place's identity.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 716 m

Shares border with: Paratinga, Boquira, Ibipitanga, Bom Jesus da Lapa, Botuporã, Caturama, Igaporã, Riacho de Santana, Rio do Pires, Tanque Novo

Website: http://macaubas.ba.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -13.01889,-42.69889

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:23