Imperatriz
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Imperatriz is the second-largest city in the Brazilian state of Maranhão, located on the right bank of the Tocantins River. It serves as an important economic, industrial, and transportation hub for the region.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes: yellow, white, and green. In the center of the middle white stripe is a blue triangle containing a yellow royal crown adorned with red jewels.
Symbolism: The yellow stripe symbolizes wealth and the historic gold rush in the region. The white stripe represents peace and purity. The green stripe refers to the lush vegetation and forest resources. The blue triangle and royal crown directly allude to the city's name 'Imperatriz' (Empress), honoring Empress Teresa Cristina of the Two Sicilies.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes: yellow, white, and green. In the center of the middle white stripe is a blue triangle containing a yellow royal crown adorned with red jewels.
Symbolism: The yellow stripe symbolizes wealth and the historic gold rush in the region. The white stripe represents peace and purity. The green stripe refers to the lush vegetation and forest resources. The blue triangle and royal crown directly allude to the city's name 'Imperatriz' (Empress), honoring Empress Teresa Cristina of the Two Sicilies.
Statistics
Area
1,368.00 km²
Population
273,110