Aracaju
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Aracaju is the capital city of the state of Sergipe in northeastern Brazil, situated on the Atlantic coast. It serves as a major economic and cultural center of the state, well-known for its beaches and urban layout.
Flag Description: The flag consists of four horizontal stripes of alternating green and yellow (gold). In the upper hoist canton, there is a white square canton featuring the coat of arms of Aracaju.
Symbolism: Green and yellow reflect the national colors of Brazil and its natural resources. The coat of arms in the canton features seahorses supporting a shield, a mural crown, and the Latin motto 'Pax et Labor' (Peace and Labor).
Flag Description: The flag consists of four horizontal stripes of alternating green and yellow (gold). In the upper hoist canton, there is a white square canton featuring the coat of arms of Aracaju.
Symbolism: Green and yellow reflect the national colors of Brazil and its natural resources. The coat of arms in the canton features seahorses supporting a shield, a mural crown, and the Latin motto 'Pax et Labor' (Peace and Labor).
Statistics
Area
181.86 km²
Population
602,757