Guarujá
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Guarujá is a coastal municipality located on Santo Amaro Island in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It is famous for its numerous beaches and is a major tourist destination.
Flag Description: A blue field bearing the municipal coat of arms of Guarujá in the center. The shield is divided horizontally, featuring a golden sun with a face on a red upper field and white waves on a blue lower field. Above the shield is a golden mural crown with four visible towers. Two grey dolphins act as supporters, standing on a white scroll bearing the Latin motto "PRO MARE NOSTRUM".
Symbolism: The blue color and waves represent the Atlantic Ocean and the municipality's coastal location. The sun symbolizes the warm climate and tourism. Dolphins as supporters highlight marine life and the city's connection to the sea. The Latin motto "PRO MARE NOSTRUM" translates to "For Our Sea".
Flag Description: A blue field bearing the municipal coat of arms of Guarujá in the center. The shield is divided horizontally, featuring a golden sun with a face on a red upper field and white waves on a blue lower field. Above the shield is a golden mural crown with four visible towers. Two grey dolphins act as supporters, standing on a white scroll bearing the Latin motto "PRO MARE NOSTRUM".
Symbolism: The blue color and waves represent the Atlantic Ocean and the municipality's coastal location. The sun symbolizes the warm climate and tourism. Dolphins as supporters highlight marine life and the city's connection to the sea. The Latin motto "PRO MARE NOSTRUM" translates to "For Our Sea".
Statistics
Area
142.70 km²
Population
287,634