Itapiranga, Santa Catarina
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Itapiranga is the westernmost municipality in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, located along the Uruguay River on the border with Argentina. The region is known for its strong German immigration heritage and agricultural production.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a red field divided by a green centered cross edged in white. In the center of the flag is a white lozenge containing the coat of arms of Itapiranga. The coat of arms features a shield with agricultural and industrial motifs, flanked by stalks of maize and tobacco, surmounted by a mural crown, and accompanied by a red scroll bearing the municipality's name.
Symbolism: The red color represents the courage and effort of the pioneers and settlers. The green cross symbolizes Christian faith and the region's vast forests and agriculture, while the white edging and lozenge represent peace and harmony. The coat of arms in the center highlights agricultural production (maize, tobacco) and the historical development of the municipality.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a red field divided by a green centered cross edged in white. In the center of the flag is a white lozenge containing the coat of arms of Itapiranga. The coat of arms features a shield with agricultural and industrial motifs, flanked by stalks of maize and tobacco, surmounted by a mural crown, and accompanied by a red scroll bearing the municipality's name.
Symbolism: The red color represents the courage and effort of the pioneers and settlers. The green cross symbolizes Christian faith and the region's vast forests and agriculture, while the white edging and lozenge represent peace and harmony. The coat of arms in the center highlights agricultural production (maize, tobacco) and the historical development of the municipality.
Statistics
Area
280.12 km²
Population
16,632