Quijingue

Quijingue is a municipality located in Bahia state in Brazil's northeast region, situated on elevated terrain at approximately 400 meters above sea level. The town sits in a landscape shaped by agriculture and smaller neighborhoods that form the local community.

The municipality grew as a small settlement in a sparsely populated region of Bahia, shaped by agricultural traditions and local development. Over time, the area has faced repeated challenges from extreme weather events that caused significant flooding and community disruptions.

The population of 27,626 residents maintains strong connections through community initiatives, especially during periods of natural weather-related difficulties.

Visitors can access municipal services and information through the local government office located in the town center, which handles general inquiries and administrative matters. Since this is a rural area, travelers should plan for longer travel times and expect limited opening hours at businesses.

During recent floods, the entire community participated in street cleaning operations, demonstrating exceptional solidarity among local inhabitants.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 412 m

Shares border with: Euclides da Cunha, Araci, Banzaê, Cansanção, Monte Santo, Ribeira do Pombal, Tucano

Website: http://quijingue.ba.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -10.75278,-39.21000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:26