Jequié
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Jequié is a Brazilian municipality located in the southwestern region of the state of Bahia. Known as the 'Cidade Sol' (Sun City), it serves as an important economic and commercial hub for the surrounding region.
Flag Description: The flag features a red field with a white isosceles triangle extending from the hoist edge. Emerging from the apex of the triangle is a horizontal white stripe reaching the fly, containing a row of black five-pointed stars. The municipal coat of arms of Jequié is centered within the white triangle near the hoist.
Symbolism: The coat of arms inside the triangle represents the identity and history of Jequié, including its agricultural tradition and establishment. The red and white colors reflect traditional regional and state symbolism of Bahia, while the stars represent the municipality's districts or historical milestones.
Flag Description: The flag features a red field with a white isosceles triangle extending from the hoist edge. Emerging from the apex of the triangle is a horizontal white stripe reaching the fly, containing a row of black five-pointed stars. The municipal coat of arms of Jequié is centered within the white triangle near the hoist.
Symbolism: The coat of arms inside the triangle represents the identity and history of Jequié, including its agricultural tradition and establishment. The red and white colors reflect traditional regional and state symbolism of Bahia, while the stars represent the municipality's districts or historical milestones.
Statistics
Area
3,035.42 km²
Population
158,812