Pentecoste

Pentecoste is a municipality in Ceará in northern Brazil with mixed urban and rural landscapes spread across approximately 1,400 square kilometers. The area sits roughly 85 meters above sea level across this diverse terrain.

Pentecoste's establishment as a municipality was a key step in organizing northwestern Ceará administratively during Brazil's territorial development. This formation helped shape the region's modern structure and governance.

Local residents uphold northeastern Brazilian traditions through festivals, regional music, and traditional cooking methods that shape community life. These practices remain woven into the daily rhythms and social gatherings of the area.

The area can be reached using area code 85 and borders ten other administrative divisions including Caucaia and Maranguape. This location makes it straightforward for travelers to explore the region and visit neighboring municipalities.

The area blends traditional northeastern culture with modern administrative structures, making it an interesting example of Brazil's regional diversity. This interplay shows itself in the balance between preserved local practices and contemporary community structures.

Location: Ceará

Elevation above the sea: 85 m

Shares border with: Caucaia, Apuiarés, Caridade, Itapajé, Maranguape, Paramoti, São Gonçalo do Amarante, São Luís do Curu, Tejuçuoca, Umirim

GPS coordinates: -3.79278,-39.27000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41