Murici

Murici is a municipality in the Zona da Mata region of Alagoas, situated at 82 meters elevation. The town functions as the administrative center for its surrounding area and manages local government services.

The municipality was established in 1872 and traces its roots to a murici tree planted by Friar Domingos around 1810. This tree became a stopping point for travelers and eventually lent its name to the growing settlement.

The community honors its patron saint Nossa Senhora das Graças through traditional festivals where residents gather for local music, dancing, and regional food. These celebrations shape the rhythm of life here and reveal how people maintain their roots.

Visitors can reach the municipal chamber online to follow legislative sessions or request public documents. The website offers practical resources for anyone needing to engage with local government services.

The region holds the largest continuous Atlantic Forest area in northeastern Brazil, protected under federal law. This forest zone harbors a remarkable diversity of plant and animal life rarely found elsewhere in the region.

Location: Alagoas

Elevation above the sea: 82 m

Shares border with: Capela, Atalaia, Branquinha, União dos Palmares, Messias, Flexeiras, Rio Largo, Joaquim Gomes

Website: https://murici.al.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -9.30694,-35.60944

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21