Livramento de Nossa Senhora

Livramento de Nossa Senhora is a municipality in western Bahia that spreads across a vast territory at approximately 500 meters elevation. The town serves as an administrative center for surrounding rural areas and defines the character of this semiarid region.

The city was founded as a settlement in the late 18th century and gradually developed into an important administrative center in western Bahia. The construction of the Campo Santo Cemetery in 1949 marked a phase of urban growth and consolidation.

The Municipal Health Conference brings together community representatives annually to evaluate and plan healthcare initiatives for the local population.

Visitors can find the city administration in the town center, where important information and services are available. The relatively flat to rolling terrain makes navigation straightforward, and the town is easy to explore overall.

The area is crossed by a system of water reservoirs and dams that have supported agricultural activities throughout the region for generations. This water network is crucial for survival in this arid landscape and shapes the local economy.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 500 m

Shares border with: Rio de Contas, Caetité, Lagoa Real, Brumado, Dom Basílio, Érico Cardoso, Paramirim

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

GPS coordinates: -13.64278,-41.84083

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:59