Miracema

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Miracema's location in Rio de Janeiro state.

Miracema is a municipality located in the Rio de Janeiro state's northwestern region, bordering Minas Gerais state, Brasil and with a population of 27,064 inhabitants living in an area of 302.5 km². Its main economic activities are agriculture and milk production.

History

In the early 20th century, coffee was the city's most important economic activity, and Rio de Janeiro state was the greatest coffee producer of the country.

Sports

Brazilian football manager Aymoré Moreira, and his brothers, Zezé Moreira and Ayrton Moreira, who were also managers, were born in the city. Miracema Futebol Clube is a city's football club.

External links

• (Portuguese) Miracema City Hall
• (Portuguese) Portal do Cidadão - Governo do Estado do Rio de Janeiro