Teófilo Otoni

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Teófilo Otoni

Name

Teófilo Otoni

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Teófilo Otoni is a municipality located in the northeastern part of the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. It serves as a regional hub for commerce and is particularly famous for its gemstone trade and lapidary industry. The city was named in honor of the politician and entrepreneur Teófilo Benedito Ottoni.

Statistics

Area

3,242.82 km²

Population

137,418

Location