Euclides da Cunha

Euclides da Cunha is a municipality in northern Bahia with rolling terrain, agricultural lands, and areas of natural vegetation. The region sits around 500 meters above sea level and is shaped mainly by farming activities.

The region gained importance in 1897 during the War of Canudos, when a journalist documented the conflict between government forces and local settlers. This event left a lasting mark on the area's history and identity.

The town takes its name from a writer whose works shaped how people understand this region's past. Local people keep traditions alive through music, dance, and celebrations tied to rural life and farming customs.

Visitors will find medical facilities, schools, and shops that offer basic services to local people and nearby communities. The available infrastructure supports daily needs for those traveling through northern Bahia.

Farmers in the area grow sisal plants used for making rope and other fiber products. The region plays an important role in Brazil's natural fiber production.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 522 m

Shares border with: Monte Santo, Canudos, Quijingue, Banzaê, Cícero Dantas, Novo Triunfo

Website: https://euclidesdacunha.ba.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -10.50778,-39.01389

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:51