Japorã
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Japorã is a municipality located in the southern part of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, near the border with Paraguay. The region is primarily known for its agricultural production and significant indigenous population.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal bands: a narrow blue stripe at the top, a wide white band in the middle, and a green stripe at the bottom. A yellow triangle extends from the hoist towards the center. Five white five-pointed stars are placed in the upper-left blue stripe. In the center of the white field rests the municipal coat of arms featuring a mural crown, a shield depicting agriculture and education, regional crops on the sides, and a red scroll with the text JAPORÃ.
Symbolism: The blue color symbolizes the sky, green represents natural wealth and agriculture, yellow stands for prosperity, and white signifies peace. The five stars refer to unity and local aspirations. The coat of arms highlights the importance of education, agricultural development (corn, cotton), and the municipality's historical origin.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal bands: a narrow blue stripe at the top, a wide white band in the middle, and a green stripe at the bottom. A yellow triangle extends from the hoist towards the center. Five white five-pointed stars are placed in the upper-left blue stripe. In the center of the white field rests the municipal coat of arms featuring a mural crown, a shield depicting agriculture and education, regional crops on the sides, and a red scroll with the text JAPORÃ.
Symbolism: The blue color symbolizes the sky, green represents natural wealth and agriculture, yellow stands for prosperity, and white signifies peace. The five stars refer to unity and local aspirations. The coat of arms highlights the importance of education, agricultural development (corn, cotton), and the municipality's historical origin.
Statistics
Area
419.80 km²
Population
9,022