Currais Novos, Administrative municipality in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.
Description
Currais Novos is a municipality in the interior of Rio Grande do Norte, situated on elevated terrain in northeastern Brazil. The town provides various facilities including hospitals and medical clinics that serve the local population.
History
The settlement began in 1755 when Colonel Cipriano Lopes Galvão established a farm in Data Tororó, starting what would become the community. The area gained municipal status in 1890, becoming an officially recognized administrative entity.
Culture
The Carnaxelita festival brings visitors from across the region with colorful street parades, music, and dance performances that reflect local traditions. This celebration shapes community life and shows how residents express their identity through shared festivities.
Practical
Visitors will find medical facilities and daily services distributed throughout the town for their convenience. It helps to check local opening hours in advance, as these can vary seasonally.
Did you know?
The Brejuí Mine within the municipality is a major scheelite extraction site in South America. This mineral is processed by industrial operations in the region and supports an economic activity that many visitors overlook.
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