Guaporé, Rio Grande do Sul

Guaporé is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul. It is the state's greatest jewelry and lingerie producer, ranking second in the country. The city was mainly colonized by Italian immigrants in the 19th century and still retains their traditions. The name comes from the Guaraní language and its meaning is disputed, most likely being Desert Valley.

Guaporé
Municipality
The Municipality of Guaporé
Nickname: 
Capital of hospitality
Location in Rio Grande do Sul
Guaporé
Location in Brazil
Coordinates: 28°50′45″S 51°53′24″W
Country Brazil
RegionSouth
State Rio Grande do Sul
Founded11 December 1903
Government
  MayorPaulo Mazutti (PP) (2013-2016)
Area
  Total297.661 km2 (114.928 sq mi)
 IBGE/2002
Elevation
478 m (1,568 ft)
Population
 (2020 )
  Total25,968
  Density76.63/km2 (198.5/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC−3 (BRT)
Postal Code
99200-000
Area code+55 54
Websitewww.guapore.rs.gov.br
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