Gravataí
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Gravataí is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, within the Porto Alegre metropolitan area. It serves as an important industrial and economic hub in the region.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field with the coat of arms of Gravataí centered upon it. The coat of arms features a shield divided horizontally, surmounted by a silver mural crown, and accompanied below by a red-orange ribbon bearing the text '1763 - GRAVATAÍ - 1880'.
Symbolism: The white color symbolizes peace. The upper section of the shield depicts the local landscape and hills (Morro do Itacolomi). The lower section shows an open book, arrows, and an inkwell, referencing education, history, indigenous heritage, and culture. The mural crown represents city status, while the ribbon bears historical dates of foundation and emancipation.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field with the coat of arms of Gravataí centered upon it. The coat of arms features a shield divided horizontally, surmounted by a silver mural crown, and accompanied below by a red-orange ribbon bearing the text '1763 - GRAVATAÍ - 1880'.
Symbolism: The white color symbolizes peace. The upper section of the shield depicts the local landscape and hills (Morro do Itacolomi). The lower section shows an open book, arrows, and an inkwell, referencing education, history, indigenous heritage, and culture. The mural crown represents city status, while the ribbon bears historical dates of foundation and emancipation.
Statistics
Area
463.76 km²
Population
265,070