Tremembé (district of São Paulo) explained

Official Name:Tremembé
Mapsize:250px
Image Map1:Palácio do Horto.jpg
Map Caption1:Horto Florestal
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:Brazil
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:São Paulo
Subdivision Type2:City
Subdivision Name2:São Paulo
Government Type:Subprefecture
Leader Title:Subprefect
Leader Name:Izaul Segalla Júnior
Area Total Km2:56.3
Population As Of:2000
Population Total:163.803
Blank Name:HDI
Blank Info:0.826 –high
Website: Subprefecture of Jaçanã/Tremembé

Tremembé is the northernmost district in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. Tremembé borders the municipality of Mairiporã and encompasses part of the Serra da Cantareira

Etymology

The name Tremembé or Tupi(Swampy) originates from an Indigenous group historically located in Brazil, known for their skills in swimming and warfare. The tribe was largely displaced due to colonization, but the name persists to the area's cultural roots.[1] [2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tudo sobre o bairro Tremembé . 2024-11-27 . www.encontratremembe.com.br.
  2. Web site: Tremembé São Paulo Bairros . 2024-11-27 . pt-BR.