Iaçu

Iaçu is a municipality in Bahia state in northeastern Brazil, situated at roughly 256 meters elevation. The administrative area encompasses local government services and infrastructure that support the surrounding communities.

Iaçu was founded as an administrative district in the 20th century, reflecting Bahia's organizational development. The municipality emerged from the need to structure growing population centers in the region.

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 operates in the UTC-3 time zone and provides basic administrative facilities for residents and visitors. You will find local government offices and services organized to handle municipal affairs.

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: December 7, 2025 20:48