Caxias

Caxias is a city in eastern Maranhão along the Itapicuru River in northeastern Brazil. It functions as a commercial hub for the surrounding region, with connections to nearby communities and agricultural areas.

The settlement was originally known as São José das Aldeias Altas before being renamed Caxias in 1837 to honor Luis Alves de Lima e Silva, who served as governor of Maranhão. This change reflected the town's growing importance in the region.

The native poet Gonçalves Dias emerged from Caxias as a prominent figure in Brazilian literature, contributing to ethnography and linguistics studies.

The city is accessible from the state capital through road and rail connections. Plan for travel time when visiting, as larger urban centers are located at some distance.

The region is known for processing agricultural products such as rice, cotton, and cashews from surrounding farms. Local industries rely heavily on these crops grown by farmers in the area.

Location: Maranhão

Elevation above the sea: 112 m

Shares border with: Timon, Aldeias Altas, Codó, Coelho Neto, Matões, Parnarama, São João do Soter, Senador Alexandre Costa, Teresina, União

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

GPS coordinates: -4.85889,-43.35583

Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:39