Iguatu

Iguatu is a city in Ceará, a Brazilian State, with a population of 103,074 (2020 est.). Edinaldo Lavor is the city's mayor.

Iguatu
Flag of Iguatu
Coat of arms of Iguatu
Location in Ceará  state
Location in Ceará state
Iguatu is located in Brazil
Iguatu
Iguatu
Location in Brazil
Coordinates: 06°21′32″S 39°17′56″W
CountryBrazil
RegionNortheast
StateCeará
Population
 (2020 est.[1])
  Total103,074
Time zoneUTC−3 (BRT)

History

A village of Quixelôs Indians existed at this site before the arrival of the Portuguese. In 1707 the Society of Jesus began Western settlement here. It has been classed as a city since 1874. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Iguatu.

Transportation

Iguatu is served by Dr. Francisco Tomé da Frota Airport.

Notable people

References

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