João Pessoa sits in northeastern Brazil, serving as the capital of Paraíba, along the Atlantic coastline. It lies north of Recife and south of Natal, forming part of a growing coastal corridor in the region.
Location Map of Joao Pessoa, Brazil
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Where is João Pessoa Located?
João Pessoa sits in northeastern Brazil, serving as the capital of Paraíba, along the Atlantic coastline. It lies north of Recife and south of Natal, forming part of a growing coastal corridor in the region.
The city covers about 211 sq km (81 sq mi) and combines urban areas with beachfront districts. Population: 833,932 (Census 2022). Its landscape includes sandy shores, low hills, and preserved green spaces.
The city is known for its calm beaches and early sunrise views. Key attractions include Praia de Tambaú, Cabo Branco Lighthouse, Centro Histórico, Parque Arruda Câmara, and Praia do Bessa.
João Pessoa Facts
| Country | Brazil |
| Province/State | Paraíba |
| County | João Pessoa Municipality |
| Settlement Type | City |
| Region | Northeast Brazil |
| Population | 833,932 (2022) |
| Area | 211 sq km |
| Time Zone | BRT UTC-3 |
| Postal Code | 58000-000 range |
| Dialing Code | +55 83 |
| Major Roads | BR-230, BR-101 |
| Nearest Airport | Castro Pinto Airport |
| Nearest Major Cities | Recife, Campina Grande |
| Famous For | Beaches, sunrise |
| Main Attractions | Tambaú, Cabo Branco |
| Transport | Road, air, bus |
| Official Language | Portuguese |
| Currency | Brazilian Real |
Distance from João Pessoa to Major Cities in Brazil
- João Pessoa to Recife - 75 mi (121 km)
- João Pessoa to Campina Grande - 75 mi (121 km)
- João Pessoa to Natal - 115 mi (185 km)
- João Pessoa to Maceió - 230 mi (370 km)
- João Pessoa to Caruaru - 130 mi (209 km)
- João Pessoa to Fortaleza - 430 mi (692 km)
- João Pessoa to Aracaju - 320 mi (515 km)
- João Pessoa to Salvador - 550 mi (885 km)
- João Pessoa to Teresina - 600 mi (966 km)
- João Pessoa to São Luís - 800 mi (1287 km)
- João Pessoa to Brasília - 1000 mi (1609 km)
- João Pessoa to Belo Horizonte - 1200 mi (1931 km)
- João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro - 1400 mi (2253 km)
- João Pessoa to São Paulo - 1600 mi (2575 km)
- João Pessoa to Goiânia - 1100 mi (1770 km)
- João Pessoa to Curitiba - 1800 mi (2897 km)
- João Pessoa to Porto Alegre - 2300 mi (3701 km)
- João Pessoa to Manaus - 2200 mi (3541 km)
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