Várzea Alegre

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Várzea Alegre, Municipal center in Ceará, Brazil

The municipality of Várzea Alegre extends across 829 square kilometers of land in northeastern Brazil, with six administrative districts and 38,984 residents.

Várzea Alegre gained independence from Lavras da Mangabeira in 1872, following its establishment by Provincial Law 1329 on October 10, 1870.

The municipality celebrates multiple annual festivals, including the Carnival of Várzea Alegre, Holy Week ceremonies, and the São Raimundo Nonato religious celebrations in August.

The municipality maintains an educational enrollment rate of 97 percent for children between 6 and 14 years old, with a human development index of 0.629.

The Capela de São Caetano, constructed in the 18th century, stands as a recognized architectural monument by the National Institute of Historic and Artistic Heritage.

Location: Ceará

Elevation above the sea: 461 m

Shares border with: Caririaçú, Cariús, Cedro, Farias Brito, Granjeiro, Lavras da Mangabeira

Website: http://varzeaalegre.ce.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -6.78889,-39.29583

Latest update: March 16, 2025 10:03

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