Araraquara
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Araraquara is an important city located in the central part of the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It is well known as a major industrial, agricultural, and educational hub with a high quality of life.
Flag Description: The flag features a blue field with a white isosceles triangle originating from the hoist edge and extending towards the center. The municipal coat of arms of Araraquara is centered within this white triangle. In the blue fly portion of the flag, there is a large yellow radiant sun featuring a human face with alternating straight and wavy rays.
Symbolism: The blue color symbolizes the sky, nobility, and justice. The white triangle represents peace, purity, and spirituality. The yellow sun with a face directly references the city's nickname 'Morada do Sol' (Abode of the Sun), symbolizing warmth, light, and local prosperity. The municipal coat of arms within the triangle represents the city's history, governance, and agricultural-industrial heritage.
Flag Description: The flag features a blue field with a white isosceles triangle originating from the hoist edge and extending towards the center. The municipal coat of arms of Araraquara is centered within this white triangle. In the blue fly portion of the flag, there is a large yellow radiant sun featuring a human face with alternating straight and wavy rays.
Symbolism: The blue color symbolizes the sky, nobility, and justice. The white triangle represents peace, purity, and spirituality. The yellow sun with a face directly references the city's nickname 'Morada do Sol' (Abode of the Sun), symbolizing warmth, light, and local prosperity. The municipal coat of arms within the triangle represents the city's history, governance, and agricultural-industrial heritage.
Statistics
Area
1,003.63 km²
Population
238,317