Canindé de São Francisco

Canindé de São Francisco is a municipality in eastern Sergipe, Brazil, situated near the São Francisco River. The town and surrounding area form a mix of river landscapes and local settlements.

The municipality was founded in 1953 as an administrative division of Sergipe state. This establishment was part of a broader reorganization of the region.

Throughout the year, residents celebrate festivals that blend African, European, and indigenous traditions together. These celebrations shape daily social life and appear in local music, dances, and customs.

The area features river landscapes best explored during the dry season. Local accommodations and services are available for visitors interested in visiting the protected natural areas.

Part of the Rio São Francisco Natural Monument, with its protected canyons and river ecosystems, lies within the territory. The area also contains the Lagoa do Frio Municipal Nature Park, a wetland with its own wildlife.

Location: Sergipe

Inception: 1953

Elevation above the sea: 277 m

Shares border with: Poço Redondo, Delmiro Gouveia, Olho d'Água do Casado, Paulo Afonso, Pedro Alexandre, Piranhas, Santa Brígida

Website: http://caninde.se.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -9.64194,-37.78778

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:20