Abaíra

Abaíra is a municipality in the mountainous Chapada Diamantina region, situated at 802 meters elevation and stretching across central Bahia. The tropical climate with seasonal changes shapes the landscape, vegetation, and rhythm of life in this highland area.

The municipality developed during Brazil's colonial period through mining activities, especially diamond extraction in the Chapada Diamantina region. Mineral exploration drove settlement and shaped the area's early economic structure.

The town hosts traditional celebrations where music and dance reflect the indigenous and Afro-Brazilian roots of the region. These gatherings shape how people connect with their shared heritage and with each other throughout the year.

The area connects to other Bahia cities through a road network and has basic services like health clinics and schools. The highland location means roads can be winding, and travel from elsewhere takes time to plan.

Local farming takes advantage of the elevation and specific climate conditions to grow crops using methods adapted to the hilly terrain. These land-based practices have developed uniquely in response to what the mountain environment allows.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 802 m

Shares border with: Jussiape, Rio de Contas, Érico Cardoso, Mucugê, Piatã, Rio do Pires

Website: http://abaira.ba.gov.br/#

GPS coordinates: -13.25000,-41.66389

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43