Touros

Touros is a coastal municipality at Brazil's northeastern corner along the Atlantic shore with white sand beaches and coral reefs. The area spreads across multiple smaller settlements distributed throughout the territory.

The area was officially established in 1835 after people had sought refuge there during a drought period in the 1790s. This early settlement by farmers shaped the foundations of today's communities.

The territory is shaped by small communities where fishers and farmers practice traditions that define daily life. These customs remain visible in local occupations and how residents interact with both the ocean and the land.

The BR-101 highway connects the municipality to other regions and offers straightforward road access for travelers. The Farol do Calcanhar lighthouse serves as an easy-to-spot reference point for navigation.

This location sits closer to Africa than any other point in South America, standing roughly 2,841 kilometers from Senegal. This geographical quirk makes it a striking endpoint of the South American continent.

Location: Rio Grande do Norte

Inception: March 27, 1835

Elevation above the sea: 72 m

Shares border with: Rio do Fogo, Pureza, Rio Grande do Norte, João Câmara, São Miguel do Gostoso, Parazinho

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

GPS coordinates: -5.19889,-35.46083

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03