Encruzilhada do Sul

Encruzilhada do Sul stands at 389 meters elevation, featuring rolling hills and agricultural lands across its territory in southern Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state.

The region transformed from indigenous Guarani and Kaingang territories to a Portuguese settlement, later receiving German and Italian immigrants during the 19th century.

The municipality maintains gaucho traditions through agricultural practices, local festivals, and the consumption of chimarrão, a traditional yerba mate beverage.

The municipality experiences a humid subtropical climate with temperatures ranging from -2.5°C in winter to 36.7°C in summer, receiving 1,704mm annual rainfall.

The agricultural sector of Encruzilhada do Sul contributes to Rio Grande do Sul's status as Brazil's granary through extensive crop production and livestock raising.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Elevation above the sea: 389 m

Shares border with: Rio Pardo

Website: http://encruzilhadadosul.rs.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -30.54389,-52.52194

Latest update: March 9, 2025 20:54