Piratini

Piratini is a municipality in Rio Grande do Sul, a state in southern Brazil. The town functions as a local administrative center for the surrounding rural region, which focuses on farming and livestock production.

Piratini was established in the late 1800s and developed from a small settlement into an organized municipality. Its growth reflected the agricultural expansion that transformed the southern region of Brazil during that period.

The region maintains strong connections to traditional woodworking practices, with local artisans producing furniture and crafts using techniques passed through generations.

The town is accessible by regional highways and offers basic services and facilities for visitors. The best time to visit is during the drier months, when roads are in better condition.

The strategic placement of Piratini's facilities near Porto Alegre and Rio Grande ports enables efficient distribution of agricultural supplies throughout Brazil.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Elevation above the sea: 349 m

Shares border with: Canguçu, Pinheiro Machado, Cerrito, Encruzilhada do Sul, Herval, Pedro Osório, Santana da Boa Vista

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

GPS coordinates: -31.44778,-53.10389

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07