Francisco Morato
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Francisco Morato is a suburban municipality located in the Greater São Paulo metropolitan area in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The city is predominantly residential and is well-integrated into the regional commuter rail network.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a solid cream (light beige) field. Centered on the flag is the municipal coat of arms, topped with the black uppercase inscription 'FRANCISCO MORATO'. The shield depicts a landscape featuring a railway tunnel with a steam train emerging from it. Above the shield sits a golden mural crown bearing the date '21-03-1965'. The shield is flanked by green coffee branches with red berries, and underneath is a yellow scroll with the Latin motto 'AD AUGUSTA PER ANGUSTA'.
Symbolism: The steam train and tunnel symbolize the crucial role of the railway in the historical establishment and growth of the city. The date March 21, 1965, marks the municipality's official emancipation. The coffee branches represent the region's traditional agricultural heritage, while the Latin motto 'Ad augusta per angusta' reflects perseverance through hardship toward high achievement.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a solid cream (light beige) field. Centered on the flag is the municipal coat of arms, topped with the black uppercase inscription 'FRANCISCO MORATO'. The shield depicts a landscape featuring a railway tunnel with a steam train emerging from it. Above the shield sits a golden mural crown bearing the date '21-03-1965'. The shield is flanked by green coffee branches with red berries, and underneath is a yellow scroll with the Latin motto 'AD AUGUSTA PER ANGUSTA'.
Symbolism: The steam train and tunnel symbolize the crucial role of the railway in the historical establishment and growth of the city. The date March 21, 1965, marks the municipality's official emancipation. The coffee branches represent the region's traditional agricultural heritage, while the Latin motto 'Ad augusta per angusta' reflects perseverance through hardship toward high achievement.
Statistics
Area
49.20 km²
Population
171,602