Iaçu

Iaçu stands at an elevation of 256 meters above sea level in northeastern Brazil, with geographical coordinates at -12.766944 latitude and -40.211944 longitude.

The establishment of Iaçu as a municipality reflects the administrative development of Bahia state during Brazil's territorial organization in the twentieth century.

The residents of Iaçu maintain traditional Bahian customs through local celebrations, incorporating elements from indigenous, African, and Portuguese influences in their daily practices.

The municipality provides essential administrative services to its 24,121 inhabitants while operating under the UTC−3 time zone throughout the year.

This administrative division serves as a connection point between major regional centers, functioning as both a municipality and a strategic point in Bahia's governmental structure.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 256 m

Shares border with: Boa Vista do Tupim, Ipirá, Itaberaba, Itatim, Marcionílio Souza, Milagres, Nova Itarana, Planaltino, Rafael Jambeiro

GPS coordinates: -12.76694,-40.21194

Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:33