Goianinha

Goianinha is a municipality in northeastern Brazil located in Rio Grande do Norte. The area spreads across rolling terrain in a region with a rural character where farming shapes daily life.

The settlement emerged from agricultural beginnings and took its name from an indigenous term referring to a local stream. These farming roots shaped the community from its earliest days and remain central to its identity.

Residents celebrate their mixed heritage through festivals that showcase traditional music and dances rooted in indigenous, African, and Portuguese traditions. These gatherings remain an important part of how people connect with their shared past.

The municipality sits in a convenient location between other regional cities and offers good connections to nearby communities. Visitors should plan their trips during the dry season when roads are easier to navigate and weather is more stable.

The region operates under a tropical savanna climate that supports diverse fruit and vegetable cultivation. This climate allows crops to flourish that are less common in other parts of Brazil and give local markets a distinctive range of produce.

Location: Rio Grande do Norte

Elevation above the sea: 60 m

Shares border with: Arês, Tibau do Sul, Espírito Santo, Rio Grande do Norte, Canguaretama, São José de Mipibu

GPS coordinates: -6.26694,-35.21000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:49