Amargosa

Amargosa is a municipality in northern Bahia situated at an elevation of 295 meters (970 feet). The area covers roughly 435 square kilometers and contains a mix of rural and settled zones.

The municipality was founded on April 24, 1877, growing from a small settlement. Over time it became an administrative center for the surrounding region.

Local residents maintain traditions through celebrations and community events that happen regularly throughout the year. These gatherings reflect how people here stay connected to their surroundings and each other.

The town has banking services and postal facilities available for visitors' practical needs. These services are easily found and make it convenient to handle everyday business matters.

The territory borders six neighboring municipalities: Milagres, São Miguel das Matas, Ubaíra, Brejões, Elísio Medrado, and Laje. This location makes it a crossroads connecting different parts of the region.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 295 m

Shares border with: Milagres, São Miguel das Matas, Ubaíra, Brejões, Elísio Medrado, Laje

GPS coordinates: -13.03000,-39.60500

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:22