Presidente Dutra

Presidente Dutra is a municipality in the state of Maranhão in northeastern Brazil. The area consists of rural farmland and scattered settlements linked together by roads that form the backbone of local travel.

The municipality was named in honor of Eurico Gaspar Dutra, who served as Brazil's president from 1946 to 1951. This naming reflects the place's connection to that significant period in the nation's leadership.

The region maintains traditional Maranhão customs through local festivals that combine music, dance, and religious ceremonies throughout the year.

The area is best visited during the dry season when roads are in better condition for travel. It helps to gather local information before arriving, as services and infrastructure are limited outside main centers.

The area sits at a crossroads for the distribution of agricultural products from the region. This central location makes it a quiet hub where local farming goods pass through on their way to larger markets.

Location: Maranhão

Elevation above the sea: 98 m

Shares border with: Dom Pedro, Tuntum, Santa Filomena do Maranhão

Website: https://presidentedutra.ma.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -5.29000,-44.49000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:47