Água Preta

Água Preta is a municipality in eastern Pernambuco with a landscape dominated by farmland and open terrain. The town sits on elevated ground and spreads across a broad area of rural land.

The area was established as a district in 1809 under Portuguese rule and became independent as a municipality nearly a century later. The 19th century brought local conflict and political movements that affected the region.

The community here is deeply connected to farming, especially sugarcane and livestock. You will see these activities shaping how people organize their time and gather throughout the year.

The town offers basic services including a hospital and schools serving the community. The best time to visit is during the drier months when road conditions are more manageable for getting around.

During the Praieira revolt of 1848, Captain Pedro Ivo Veloso da Silveira conducted guerrilla resistance operations from this region for two years.

Location: Pernambuco

Elevation above the sea: 93 m

Shares border with: Ribeirão, Barreiros, Campestre, Gameleira, Jacuípe, Joaquim Nabuco, Novo Lino, Palmares, Rio Formoso, Tamandaré, Xexéu

Website: http://aguapreta.pe.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -8.70000,-35.35000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43