Cruz das Almas, Agricultural municipality in Bahia, Brazil.
Cruz das Almas is an agricultural municipality in the state of Bahia in northeastern Brazil, located within the administrative region surrounding Salvador. The town sits at an elevation where farming traditions and rural life remain central to daily activity.
The town gained municipal status in 1938, transforming from scattered farming settlements into an organized regional center. This change reflected broader administrative reforms taking place across Bahia during that era.
The June festival of Saint John brings the town to life with bonfires, music, and dancing that showcase local customs and draw people from across the region.
The Federal University brings students and educational programs that shape the local rhythm and create opportunities for visitors to engage with university activities and campus life. Transportation connections link the town to nearby Salvador and other regional centers.
A specialized research center located here focuses on tropical fruits and investigates new farming techniques of national importance. This facility has positioned the town as a hub for agricultural innovation in the region.
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