Castelo do Piauí

Castelo do Piauí is a municipality in northeastern Brazil, located within Piauí state and home to roughly 19,000 residents. The area is predominantly rural and spreads across a sizable territory in this region of northeastern Brazil.

The municipality was established as an administrative unit and has developed over time within the Piauí system. It was organized to serve the evolving needs of its residents in the northeastern region.

The residents, known as Castelenses, maintain local traditions that shape daily life in this rural community. These customs are visible in how people celebrate together and interact within their neighborhoods.

Visitors will find a typical small town in northeastern Brazil with local services and administrative facilities clustered in the center. The best time to explore is during the dry season when roads are more accessible.

The area draws its name from a geographical formation that visitors can discover while exploring the landscape. This natural feature shapes the character and appearance of this rural region.

Location: Piauí

Elevation above the sea: 231 m

Shares border with: São Miguel do Tapuio, Juazeiro do Piauí, Buriti dos Montes, Novo Santo Antônio, São João da Serra, Sigefredo Pacheco

Website: http://castelodopiaui.pi.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -5.32194,-41.55278

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:53