Cabo Frio
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Cabo Frio is a prominent coastal municipality located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, famous for its white sand beaches and clear waters.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a dark blue field with a large white lozenge in the center whose corners touch the edges of the flag. Positioned in the middle of the lozenge is the complete coat of arms of Cabo Frio. The coat of arms features a quartered shield topped by a silver mural crown with a blue oval shield bearing a fleur-de-lis, flanked by two dolphins, and resting on a red ribbon with the years 1503 and 1615 and the inscription CABO FRIO.
Symbolism: The blue color represents the sea and sky of the Costa do Sol region, while white symbolizes peace and the famous sand beaches. The coat of arms illustrates the history of Cabo Frio: the São Mateus fort, important historical years of discovery and foundation (1503 and 1615), Indigenous heritage, and traditional local industries such as salt production and fishing.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a dark blue field with a large white lozenge in the center whose corners touch the edges of the flag. Positioned in the middle of the lozenge is the complete coat of arms of Cabo Frio. The coat of arms features a quartered shield topped by a silver mural crown with a blue oval shield bearing a fleur-de-lis, flanked by two dolphins, and resting on a red ribbon with the years 1503 and 1615 and the inscription CABO FRIO.
Symbolism: The blue color represents the sea and sky of the Costa do Sol region, while white symbolizes peace and the famous sand beaches. The coat of arms illustrates the history of Cabo Frio: the São Mateus fort, important historical years of discovery and foundation (1503 and 1615), Indigenous heritage, and traditional local industries such as salt production and fishing.
Statistics
Area
410.40 km²
Population
222,161