São Gonçalo do Amarante

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São Gonçalo do Amarante, Municipality in Ceará, Brazil

São Gonçalo do Amarante covers 838 square kilometers of land along the coast, featuring varied landscapes from beaches to agricultural territories.

The municipality emerged in the late 19th century through Portuguese colonization and developed significantly with the construction of Pecém Port.

The municipality maintains traditional celebrations throughout the year, incorporating regional music, dance performances, and local gastronomy from Ceará.

The local administration provides essential services to 48,869 residents through multiple public facilities located within the municipal boundaries.

The Port of Pecém in São Gonçalo do Amarante functions as one of only two major maritime trading points in the state of Ceará.

Location: Ceará

Elevation above the sea: 22 m

Shares border with: Caucaia, Paracuru, Paraipaba, Pentecoste, São Luís do Curu, Trairi, Umirim

GPS coordinates: -3.60583,-38.96889

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55

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