Teresina sits in northeastern Brazil and serves as the capital of the state of Piauí. It lies inland along the Parnaíba River, near the border with Maranhão, with Timon just across the river to the west and Fortaleza positioned to the east along the coast.
Location Map of Teresina, Brazil
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Where is Teresina Located?
Teresina sits in northeastern Brazil and serves as the capital of the state of Piauí. It lies inland along the Parnaíba River, near the border with Maranhão, with Timon just across the river to the west and Fortaleza positioned to the east along the coast.
The city covers about 1,391 sq km (537 sq mi), making it one of the larger state capitals by area in the region. Population: 871,126 (Census 2022). Its inland setting sets it apart from many northeastern capitals, shaping both its climate and development.
Teresina blends urban life with riverfront scenery and cultural landmarks. Key attractions include Encontro dos Rios, Ponte Estaiada, Parque Ambiental Encontro dos Rios, Museu do Piauí, and the lively Frei Serafim Avenue area.
Teresina Facts
| Country | Brazil |
| Province/State | Piauí |
| County | Not applicable |
| Settlement Type | State capital |
| Region | Northeast Brazil |
| Population | 871,126 (2022) |
| Area | 1,391 sq km |
| Time Zone | BRT UTC-3 |
| Postal Code | 64000–64999 |
| Dialing Code | +55 86 |
| Major Roads | BR-343, BR-316 |
| Nearest Airport | Teresina Airport |
| Nearest Major Cities | Timon, Parnaíba |
| Famous For | Rivers, hot climate |
| Main Attractions | Rivers, parks, bridge |
| Transport | Buses, highways |
| Official Language | Portuguese |
| Currency | Brazilian Real |
Distance from Teresina to Major Cities in Brazil
- Teresina to Timon - 5 mi (8 km)
- Teresina to Parnaíba - 210 mi (338 km)
- Teresina to Fortaleza - 390 mi (628 km)
- Teresina to São Luís - 270 mi (435 km)
- Teresina to Recife - 700 mi (1127 km)
- Teresina to Salvador - 720 mi (1160 km)
- Teresina to Brasília - 860 mi (1384 km)
- Teresina to Goiânia - 950 mi (1530 km)
- Teresina to Belo Horizonte - 1050 mi (1690 km)
- Teresina to Rio de Janeiro - 1250 mi (2010 km)
- Teresina to São Paulo - 1500 mi (2414 km)
- Teresina to Campinas - 1480 mi (2380 km)
- Teresina to Curitiba - 1700 mi (2736 km)
- Teresina to Porto Alegre - 2100 mi (3380 km)
- Teresina to Manaus - 2200 mi (3540 km)
- Teresina to Belém - 900 mi (1450 km)
- Teresina to Natal - 620 mi (998 km)
- Teresina to João Pessoa - 650 mi (1046 km)
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