Below is the list of cities and towns in 🇧🇷 Brazil whose name begins with the letter P. You will also find some general information about each of them.
| Name | State | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Palhoça | Santa Catarina | 175,000 |
| Palmas | Tocantins | 313,000 |
| Paranaguá | Paraná | 156,000 |
| Parauapebas | Pará | 218,000 |
| Passo Fundo | Rio Grande do Sul | 204,000 |
| Paulista | Pernambuco | 334,000 |
| Pelotas | Rio Grande do Sul | 343,000 |
| Petrolina | Pernambuco | 359,000 |
| Petrópolis | Rio de Janeiro | 306,000 |
| Pindamonhangaba | São Paulo | 170,000 |
| Piracicaba | São Paulo | 407,000 |
| Porto Alegre | Rio Grande do Sul | 1,492,000 |
| Porto Velho | Rondônia | 539,000 |
| Presidente Prudente | São Paulo | 230,000 |
Palhoça
Located in the metropolitan region of Florianópolis, Palhoça derives its name from the rustic houses covered with straw that were common in the region. The city has experienced rapid growth in recent decades and is known for its beaches and seafood restaurants.
Palmas
The capital and largest city of Tocantins state, Palmas is the newest planned capital city in Brazil, founded in 1989. The name refers to the many palm trees in the region. The city is known for its modern urban planning and architecture, as well as its artificial beach along Lake Tocantins.
Paranaguá
Founded in 1648, Paranaguá is home to Brazil’s largest grain port. The name comes from the Tupi language meaning “great bay river.” The city maintains much of its colonial architecture and is the gateway to several coastal islands.
Parauapebas
A relatively young city in Pará state, Parauapebas was established in 1988. The city grew rapidly due to iron ore mining in the Carajás region. It’s now one of the wealthiest cities in northern Brazil, home to the world’s largest iron ore mine.
Passo Fundo
Located in northern Rio Grande do Sul, Passo Fundo is known as the “National Capital of Literature” due to its annual literary fair. The city’s name refers to a deep ford (“passo fundo”) used by travelers crossing the region in colonial times.
Paulista
Part of the Recife metropolitan area, Paulista was named after a textile factory established there in the early 20th century. The city is known for its beaches and historical sites from the Dutch colonial period.
Pelotas
Located in southern Rio Grande do Sul, Pelotas was once Brazil’s leading producer of dried meat (charque). The city’s name comes from the leather boats used to cross local rivers. It’s known for its preserved colonial architecture and traditional sweet treats.
Petrolina
Located on the São Francisco River, Petrolina forms an important agricultural center with its twin city Juazeiro. The city is at the heart of a major fruit-growing region and is known for its wine production, despite being in Brazil’s semi-arid region.
Petrópolis
Known as the “Imperial City,” Petrópolis was the summer residence of Brazil’s imperial family. Named after Emperor Pedro II, it features impressive imperial architecture, including the Imperial Museum. The city is located in a mountainous region and is known for its German heritage and pleasant climate.
Pindamonhangaba
Located in the ParaÃba Valley, the name comes from Tupi meaning “place where fish hooks are made.” The city played an important role in Brazil’s coffee cycle and maintains much of its colonial architecture.
Piracicaba
Known for its river of the same name, Piracicaba comes from Tupi meaning “place where the fish stops.” The city is an important agricultural and industrial center, home to one of Brazil’s leading agricultural universities.
Porto Alegre
The capital of Rio Grande do Sul state, Porto Alegre (“Happy Port”) is a major cultural and economic center in southern Brazil. Founded by Azorean immigrants, the city is known for its unique culture blending European and South American influences, and its tradition of participatory democracy.
Porto Velho
The capital of Rondônia state, Porto Velho (“Old Port”) was established during the construction of the Madeira-Mamoré railway in the early 20th century. The city serves as a gateway to the Amazon region and has grown significantly with hydroelectric development on the Madeira River.
Presidente Prudente
Named after President Prudente de Morais, this city in western São Paulo state developed as a coffee production center. Today it’s an important regional hub known for its university and cattle ranching industry.
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