Macapá
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Macapá is a Brazilian city and the capital of the state of Amapá, located on the northern bank of the Amazon River estuary directly on the equator. The city is famous for its historic Fortaleza de São José de Macapá and for being accessible mainly by air or boat.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal bands—red at the top, yellow in the middle, and dark green at the bottom—separated by narrow white stripes. Centered on the flag is a grey watchtower (gurita) with a black embrasure and a pointed top, representing an element of the historic fortress.
Symbolism: The red, yellow, green, and white colors symbolize the natural wealth, courage, and peaceful development of the region. The grey watchtower (gurita) in the center refers to the monumental Fortaleza de São José de Macapá, an important historic landmark and symbol of the city's defense.
Flag Description: The flag consists of three horizontal bands—red at the top, yellow in the middle, and dark green at the bottom—separated by narrow white stripes. Centered on the flag is a grey watchtower (gurita) with a black embrasure and a pointed top, representing an element of the historic fortress.
Symbolism: The red, yellow, green, and white colors symbolize the natural wealth, courage, and peaceful development of the region. The grey watchtower (gurita) in the center refers to the monumental Fortaleza de São José de Macapá, an important historic landmark and symbol of the city's defense.
Statistics
Area
6,407.00 km²
Population
442,933