Queimados
In short
Queimados is a municipality located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It covers an area of 75 square kilometres and is divided into 37 districts.
In plain words
It is a town in the southeast part of Brazil. About 140,523 people live there at an altitude of 29 metres above sea level.
A simple example
A person living in the state of Rio de Janeiro might travel to Queimados to visit one of its 37 local districts.
Why it matters
It is a significant urban area within the Rio de Janeiro region. Its specific geography and district structure help organise local government and services.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with the Portuguese word 'queimados', which means 'burnt'.