Chapadinha

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Chapadinha, Administrative municipality in eastern Maranhão, Brazil

Chapadinha is a municipality in eastern Maranhão, situated in an area shaped by river systems and varied terrain. The town spreads across a substantial area with different landscapes and scattered communities.

The municipality gained its administrative recognition in 1938, marking an important step in the region's organization. This establishment helped structure the territory and strengthen local governance.

The people of Chapadinha express their heritage through local festivals and gatherings that blend indigenous and African influences in ways you can see and feel throughout the year. These traditions shape how the community celebrates together and marks important moments.

The climate here is tropical with warm temperatures year-round, with wetter months from January to May bringing more rainfall. Visitors should prepare for warm, humid conditions and pack accordingly with light clothing.

A large protected reserve within the territory preserves natural resources and shows visitors the local biodiversity at work. This reserve demonstrates how nature and sustainable use connect in the region.

Location: Maranhão

Inception: 1938

Elevation above the sea: 86 m

Shares border with: Vargem Grande, Afonso Cunha, Aldeias Altas, Buriti, Codó, Coelho Neto, Mata Roma, Nina Rodrigues, São Benedito do Rio Preto, Timbiras, Urbano Santos

GPS coordinates: -3.74194,-43.36000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:41

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