Cariacica

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Cariacica

Name

Cariacica

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Cariacica is a municipality in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil, forming part of the Greater Vitória metropolitan area. Located just west of the state capital, it serves as an important industrial and transportation hub.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a white triangle extending from the top edge with its apex reaching the center of the bottom edge, flanked by two green right-angled triangles on the sides. Centered on the white field is the coat of arms of Cariacica, which features a shield quartered with natural and economic motifs, topped by a silver mural crown with four visible towers, and underlaid by a yellow ribbon displaying the red inscriptions '30 DE DEZEMBRO', 'CARIACICA', and '1890'.

Symbolism: The green and white colors represent natural wealth, hope, and peace. The shield depicts local landmarks including the Mount Moxuara rock formation, agricultural produce, and industrial development. The mural crown denotes municipal status, while the yellow ribbon displays the municipality's name and its foundation date of December 30, 1890.

Statistics

Area

279.67 km²

Population

353,590

Location