Itabela, Municipality in southern Bahia, Brazil.
Itabela is a municipality in southern Bahia covering roughly 924 square kilometers and sitting at 160 meters above sea level. The area stretches across rolling terrain that shapes both farming activities and scattered settlements throughout the region.
The municipality started as a farming settlement and grew gradually over past decades. This development is reflected in today's population, which reached around 28,000 people in 2022.
The people here, called Itabelenses, have deep roots in this region and shape community life through their traditions and local customs. They build their everyday lives around strong family bonds and neighborhood connections that define how the town functions.
The place operates in Brazilian Standard Time and is equipped with basic services for visitors. The best times to visit are outside the rainy season, when roads and pathways are easier to navigate.
The region shows high school enrollment rates around 96 percent, pointing to strong local commitment to education. This focus on learning has deep roots in the community and shapes the daily reality of many families.
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