Catu, Municipality in Bahia, Brazil
Located 78 kilometers from Salvador, Catu extends over 426 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 124 meters above sea level.
The territory belonged to Patachó and Tupiniquim indigenous peoples until 1782, when Archbishop Dom Antônio Correia established the first parish of Santa do Catu.
The municipality maintains strong connections to Northeast Brazilian traditions through local celebrations that incorporate regional music, dance, and food specialties.
Access to Catu is available through BR-110 highway, connecting the municipality to major urban centers including Salvador and Alagoinhas for commerce and transportation.
The municipality operates as an administrative entity with petroleum industries and agricultural activities, contributing to the economic development of Bahia state.
Location: Bahia
Elevation above the sea: 124 m
Shares border with: Alagoinhas, Araças, Pojuca, São Sebastião do Passé, Teodoro Sampaio, Terra Nova
Website: http://catu.ba.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -12.34972,-38.38306
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:57
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