Marechal Deodoro, Historical municipality in Alagoas, Brazil
The municipality spans 334 square kilometers along the Brazilian coast, featuring colonial architecture and natural landscapes at 29 meters above sea level.
Founded in 1611 as Vila Madalena, the town served as the first capital of Alagoas and became the birthplace of Manuel Deodoro da Fonseca, Brazil's first president.
The Museu de Arte Sacra do Convento de Santa Maria exhibits religious art collections that reflect Portuguese, African, and indigenous influences in the region.
The municipality connects to Maceió through regular public transportation services, with the journey taking approximately 40 minutes from the state capital.
Three National Historic Heritage sites stand within the municipality, preserving structures from the colonial period when the area protected Brazil's valuable wood exports.
Location: Alagoas
Inception: 1611
Elevation above the sea: 29 m
Shares border with: Barra de São Miguel, Pilar, São Miguel dos Campos, Coqueiro Seco, Maceió, Santa Luzia do Norte, Satuba
Website: http://marechaldeodoro.al.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -9.71000,-35.89500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:52
Estádio Rei Pelé
15.5 km
Praia do Francês
9 km
Praia do Gunga
16.7 km
Tribunal de Justiça
17.7 km
Museu Théo Brandão
18.4 km
Museu Palácio Floriano Peixoto
18 km
Teatro Deodoro
17.6 km
Museu de Arte Pierre Chalita
18 km
Instituto Histórico e Geográfico de Alagoas
17.9 km
Academia Alagoana de Letras
17.7 km
Museum of Sound and Image of Alagoas
19.4 km
Museu de Arte Sacra do Estado de Alagoas
602 m
Casa natal do Marechal Deodoro da Fonseca
697 m
Antiga Sede do Arcebispado
18 km
Sociedade Nossa Senhora do Bom Conselho
18.2 km
Bairro de Jaraguá
19.4 km
Lumière Shopping Farol
19.3 km
Igreja Bom Jesus dos Martírios
18 km
Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
1.2 km
Memorial à República
18.5 km
Capela de São Gonçalo de Amarante
18.5 km
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Livramento
17.9 km
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
18.1 km
Igreja Nossa Senhora Mãe dos Homens
13.9 km
Heritage House - IPHAN Alagoas
19.3 km
Government of Alagoas
17.6 km
Associação Comercial de Maceió
19 km
Pierre Chalita Foundation (Jaraguá)
19.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes