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Parnamirim, Municipality in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

Located 12 kilometers south of Natal, Parnamirim extends over 124 square kilometers and ranks as Rio Grande do Norte state's third most populated city.

The former Parnamirim Field military base played a strategic role during World War II as a departure point for American air operations to Africa.

The annual Festa do Boi gathers residents and visitors for agricultural exhibitions, regional food, music performances, and traditional celebrations in Parnamirim.

The municipality maintains direct access to Cotovelo Beach and Pirangi do Norte Beach, while offering numerous residential areas connected to Natal's metropolitan region.

The Barreira do Inferno Launch Center in Parnamirim holds the distinction of being South America's first rocket launch base.

Location: Rio Grande do Norte

Elevation above the sea: 41 m

Shares border with: Natal, Nísia Floresta, São José de Mipibu, Macaíba

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

GPS coordinates: -5.91583,-35.26278

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:20

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