Jaboatão dos Guararapes

Jaboatão dos Guararapes spreads across 256 square kilometers along the Atlantic coast, with three urban beaches and numerous shopping districts north of Recife. The municipality includes both densely built residential areas and industrial zones distributed throughout its territory.

The region gained importance during the battles of 1648 and 1649 against Dutch forces, which led to the expulsion of the Dutch from northeastern Brazil through local resistance. These military confrontations shaped the identity of the municipality for generations.

The Church of Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres, built in 1656, sits atop Montes Guararapes and marks the birthplace of Brazilian military traditions. The temple commemorates the battles that took place in this area.

The municipality connects to Recife International Airport through multiple bus lines and metro services, with stations spread across the main residential neighborhoods. Visitors can navigate easily using public transport, as major roads are well signposted.

The name comes from Yapoatan trees, which indigenous peoples used to craft ship masts before Portuguese colonization. These trees grew along the coast and provided material for local maritime activities.

Location: Pernambuco

Inception: 1593

Elevation above the sea: 5 m

Shares border with: Recife, Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Moreno, São Lourenço da Mata

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

GPS coordinates: -8.11278,-35.01500

Latest update: December 13, 2025 21:42