Below is the list of cities and towns in 🇧🇷 Brazil whose name begins with the letter Q. You will also find some general information about each of them.
| Name | State | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Queimados | Rio de Janeiro | 151,000 |
| Queimadas | Bahia | 52,000 |
| Quixadá | Ceará | 88,000 |
| Quixeramobim | Ceará | 81,000 |
Queimados
Located in Rio de Janeiro’s metropolitan area, Queimados got its name from the practice of burning fields for agriculture (“queimados” means “burned” in Portuguese). Founded in the 19th century around a railway station, the city has developed into an industrial center. It’s strategically located along the Presidente Dutra Highway, which connects Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo.
Queimadas
Situated in the state of Bahia, Queimadas also derives its name from the practice of burning fields. Located in the semi-arid sertão region, the city serves as a regional agricultural center. It’s known for its production of sisal fiber and livestock farming, typical economic activities of Brazil’s northeastern interior.
Quixadá
Located in central Ceará state, Quixadá is famous for its unique landscape dominated by large monolithic rock formations called inselbergs, locally known as “galinha choca” (brooding hen). The city’s name comes from the indigenous Tupi language, though its exact meaning is disputed. It’s known as the “Terra dos Monólitos” (Land of Monoliths) and has become a popular destination for rock climbing and paragliding.
Quixeramobim
Also located in Ceará state, Quixeramobim’s name comes from the indigenous language meaning “region of high plains.” The city is historically significant as the birthplace of Antônio Conselheiro, the religious leader of the Canudos War. The city is an important cattle-raising center and is known for its dairy production in the Sertão Central region of Ceará.
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