A História de Macau, o município potiguar que tem muitas histórias e riquezas

Discover the municipality of Macau and its history. Macau is a Brazilian municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, located in the Costa Branca region. According to IBGE (Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics), in 2024 its population was estimated at 28,384 inhabitants. Macau has a territorial area of ​​775.302 square kilometers and is located 175 kilometers from Natal, the state capital. Its origins date back to the beginning of the 19th century, when it was still known as Manuel Gonçalves Island, a region already colonized for salt production. The municipality is in a region that produces sea salt, one of the main producers in Brazil, as well as petroleum and fish, being one of the largest national producers of sardines. Macau is well known in the region for its Carnival, which attracts visitors from almost all over the state. Editing and Art: Philipe Biel Music: Macau Anthem (instrumental) Macau City Hall https://macau.rn.gov.br #macau #rn #northeast