Country Brazil State Espírito Santo Time zone UTC-3 (UTC-3) Area 583.9 km² Population 11,221 (2014) | Region Southeast Founded December 11, 1953 HDI (2000) 0.674 – medium Elevation 55 m Local time Sunday 9:01 AM | |
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Weather 28°C, Wind S at 6 km/h, 68% Humidity | ||
Presidente Kennedy is a coastal municipality located in the southernmost portion Brazilian state of Espírito Santo. It covers 583.9 km2 (225.4 sq mi), and has a population of 11,221 with a population density of 19 inhabitants per square kilometer. It is located at 55 meters above sea level. It was named after U.S. president John F. Kennedy, in a tribute to his persona. The city received donations from Alliance for Progress plan.
Map of Presidente Kennedy, State of Esp%C3%ADrito Santo, Brazil
In recent years, an oil well was discovered in the ocean just in front of the city who was awarded with a heat economy. The oil is under the pre-salt layer. Companies such as the Chinese Baosteel operate in the city, and a new seaport is under construction.
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