Doutor Maurício Cardoso
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Doutor Maurício Cardoso is a municipality located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul in southern Brazil. Situated along the Uruguay River near the border with Argentina, it is primarily characterized by its agricultural economy.
Flag Description: The flag features a white field divided diagonally by a bend sinister running from the lower hoist corner to the upper fly corner. This diagonal stripe consists of three equal bands of green, red, and yellow (from top to bottom). In the upper hoist area, the coat of arms of the municipality is displayed. In the lower fly area, there are three red five-pointed stars placed near the diagonal stripe and fly edges.
Symbolism: The three colored stripes (green, red, and yellow) reflect the traditional colors of the state of Rio Grande do Sul. The white field symbolizes peace, purity, and community harmony. The red stars and the municipal coat of arms represent the municipality's history, administration, and progress.
Flag Description: The flag features a white field divided diagonally by a bend sinister running from the lower hoist corner to the upper fly corner. This diagonal stripe consists of three equal bands of green, red, and yellow (from top to bottom). In the upper hoist area, the coat of arms of the municipality is displayed. In the lower fly area, there are three red five-pointed stars placed near the diagonal stripe and fly edges.
Symbolism: The three colored stripes (green, red, and yellow) reflect the traditional colors of the state of Rio Grande do Sul. The white field symbolizes peace, purity, and community harmony. The red stars and the municipal coat of arms represent the municipality's history, administration, and progress.
Statistics
Area
256.30 km²
Population
4,471