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No. 5723 · Brazil · South America

Mesquita

22.75°S 43.42°W · 431 m

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Overview

Mesquita is the newest municipality in the Greater Rio metropolitan area, having been separated from Nova Iguaçu in 1999. It serves as one of the main transit corridors for commuters traveling between Nova Iguaçu and Rio de Janeiro.

Day Trips · Nature · Transit Hub

Before you go

Money

The local currency is the Brazilian Real (BRL). ATM availability and card acceptance should be confirmed at individual establishments.

Transport

Mesquita is primarily accessed via the Japeri railway line from Central do Brasil station in Rio. Buses and vans also connect from Terminal Américo Fontenelle.

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