Martins

Martins is a municipality in Rio Grande do Norte located in northeastern Brazil within hilly terrain and agricultural land. The town sits among traditional settlements spread across varied landscape between elevated areas and flat farming zones.

The Igreja Matriz de Martins was established as a religious center during colonial times and has shaped the region's development ever since. This sacred place served as the foundation for the community's social and economic growth for generations.

The population maintains deep roots in farming and land stewardship, expressed through weekly markets where neighbors exchange locally grown crops and handcrafted items. These gatherings form the heart of community life and reflect how agriculture shapes daily routines and social bonds here.

The municipality is accessible via paved roads connecting to larger cities in Rio Grande do Norte, with regular bus service linking it to neighboring municipalities. Visit during market days when streets and town squares become active gathering spaces.

The region contains several natural springs that supply fresh water to local communities year-round and support farming activities. These water sources are vital to agriculture and enable crops to thrive in an otherwise dry climate.

Location: Rio Grande do Norte

Elevation above the sea: 718 m

Shares border with: Lucrécia, Antônio Martins

Website: http://martins.rn.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -6.08778,-37.91083

Latest update: December 22, 2025 12:19