Santana

Santana is a port city in Amapá located on the Amazon River in northern Brazil, serving as a major transportation center. The river harbor and surrounding districts form the hub of regional logistics.

The settlement began in 1753 on an island in the river and expanded after manganese deposits were found around the middle of the 1900s. These mineral resources prompted its development as an independent municipality.

The city maintains its bond with the Amazon through fishing families and local celebrations that mark the rhythm of river life. These practices shape how neighborhoods look and function today.

Visitors can ride ferries across the river and explore the port areas easily on foot from the city center. The dry season offers the most reliable ferry schedules for traveling between neighborhoods and neighboring regions.

The modern river port here ranks among Brazil's largest facilities and now links the region directly to Belém and other Amazon cities. This connection has transformed how goods and people move through the region.

Location: Amapá

Elevation above the sea: 22 m

Shares border with: Macapá, Afuá, Mazagão, Porto Grande

Website: http://santana.ap.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -0.03500,-51.17500

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:32