Abaetetuba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Abaetetuba
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City
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| The City of Abaetetuba | |||
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| Nickname(s):
"A cidade do Mirití"
("City of Mirití") |
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 Abaetetuba
Location in Brazil
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| Country |  Brazil |
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| Region | North | ||
| State |  Pará |
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| Founded | 1724 | ||
| Incorporated | 1842 | ||
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| • City | 430.9 km2 (166.4 sq mi) | ||
| • Metro | 15,416.9 km2 (5,952 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | ||
| Population
(2010)
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| • City | 141.054 (7th) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-3 (UTC-3) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-2 (UTC-2) | ||
| CEP |
68000-000 to 68400-999
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| Area code(s) | +55 91 | ||
| Website | Abaetetuba, Para | ||
Abaetetuba is a city located in the Pará State, Brazil. It's a vibrant place with a population of about 141,054 people. A large part of this population, around 78,000, lives right in the city area. Abaetetuba is also an important center for the Roman Catholic Church, as it is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Abaetetuba.
What's in the Name?
The name "Abaetetuba" has a special meaning. It comes from the Tupi language, which is a language spoken by some native groups in Brazil. In Tupi, "Abaetetuba" means "group of true men."
- The word abá means "man."
- The word eté means "true."
- The word tyba means "group."
So, the name tells us something about the people who first lived there or the qualities they valued.
Where is Abaetetuba?
Abaetetuba is located in the northern part of Brazil, within the large state of Pará. This region is known for its rich natural environment, including parts of the Amazon rainforest.
The city was officially founded in 1724. Later, in 1842, it became an incorporated municipality. This means it gained its own local government and could manage its own affairs. Today, it's one of the important cities in Pará State.
See also
In Spanish: Abaetetuba para niños
