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Águas Belas

Coordinates: 9°06′S 35°06′W / 9.100°S 35.100°W / -9.100; -35.100
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Águas Belas is a Brazilian municipality in the state of Pernambuco.


History

The region where Águas Belas is located was originally inhabited by the Tupiniquim, who where expelled by the Carajó tribe. The first Europeans arrived around 1700. Until 1904, Águas Belas was a district of Buíque.

The name "Águas Belas" (Portuguese for "Beautiful Waters") originated from the commentary of a judge who was visiting the city and was impressed by the excellent quality of the water in the town.

Geography

Located at latitude 09º06'41" south and longitude 37º07'23" west, 376 meters above sea level.

Estimated population in 2004: 35,762. Total area: 887.56 km².


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9°06′S 35°06′W / 9.100°S 35.100°W / -9.100; -35.100

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