Itaqui
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Itaqui is a Brazilian municipality located in the southwestern part of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, along the border with Argentina. Situated on the banks of the Uruguay River, it is an important agricultural hub known primarily for rice production.
Flag Description: The flag features a green field divided by a centered red cross bordered by narrow white and black stripes. At the intersection of the cross lies a white lozenge containing the coat of arms of Itaqui. The coat of arms consists of a shield with local historical motifs, topped by a silver mural crown and flanked by botanical branches joined by a red ribbon bearing the name 'ITAQUI' and the years '1837' and '1858'.
Symbolism: The green field represents the pampas and the region's agricultural fertility. The red cross bordered in white evokes Christian faith and the historical heritage of the Jesuit missions. The white central lozenge symbolizes purity and peace, featuring the municipal coat of arms with dates commemorating significant historic milestones in the municipality's development.
Flag Description: The flag features a green field divided by a centered red cross bordered by narrow white and black stripes. At the intersection of the cross lies a white lozenge containing the coat of arms of Itaqui. The coat of arms consists of a shield with local historical motifs, topped by a silver mural crown and flanked by botanical branches joined by a red ribbon bearing the name 'ITAQUI' and the years '1837' and '1858'.
Symbolism: The green field represents the pampas and the region's agricultural fertility. The red cross bordered in white evokes Christian faith and the historical heritage of the Jesuit missions. The white central lozenge symbolizes purity and peace, featuring the municipal coat of arms with dates commemorating significant historic milestones in the municipality's development.
Statistics
Area
3,404.00 km²
Population
35,324