Jundiaí
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Jundiaí is a major Brazilian city located in the state of São Paulo, approximately 50 km northwest of the state capital. It is known for its high quality of life, strong industrial base, and rich tradition of viticulture.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes: green, blue, and green. In the upper green stripe on the hoist side (left side from the viewer's perspective), there is an emblem consisting of a red cogwheel containing a white stone fortress or castle with a tower flying a white flag with a red cross. The fortress bears a shield with a red fleur-de-lis and the year 1615. Beneath the cogwheel is a black inscription of the year '1655'.
Symbolism: The green stripes represent the lush vegetation, agriculture, and natural wealth of the region, while the central blue stripe symbolizes the Jundiaí River and local water resources. The red cogwheel represents industrial growth. The white fortress or castle refers to defense and settlement history, with the years 1615 and 1655 marking the initial settlement and the official founding of the municipality.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal stripes: green, blue, and green. In the upper green stripe on the hoist side (left side from the viewer's perspective), there is an emblem consisting of a red cogwheel containing a white stone fortress or castle with a tower flying a white flag with a red cross. The fortress bears a shield with a red fleur-de-lis and the year 1615. Beneath the cogwheel is a black inscription of the year '1655'.
Symbolism: The green stripes represent the lush vegetation, agriculture, and natural wealth of the region, while the central blue stripe symbolizes the Jundiaí River and local water resources. The red cogwheel represents industrial growth. The white fortress or castle refers to defense and settlement history, with the years 1615 and 1655 marking the initial settlement and the official founding of the municipality.
Statistics
Area
431.20 km²
Population
443,221