Iguatu
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Iguatu is a city in Ceará, a Brazilian State, with a population of 103,074 (2020 est.). Edinaldo Lavor is the city's mayor.
History
A village of Quixelôs Indians existed at this site before the arrival of the Portuguese. In 1707 the
Society of Jesus began Western settlement here. It has been classed as a city since 1874. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Iguatu
.
Transportation
Iguatu is served by Dr. Francisco Tomé da Frota Airport.
Notable people
- Eleazar de Carvalho - Conductor and composer.
- Humberto Teixeira - composer.
References
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