[edit] Geography

Pará has a territory covered mostly by tropical moist forest, covering a vast area of Amazon Rainforest.

[edit] History

The state was place for several rebellions during colonial times (see History of Brazil).

[edit] Flag

The white stripe in the flag represents the zodiac. The blue star is Spica in the constellation Virgo, which is also depicted on the Flag of Brazil representing the state. The two red areas symbolize the vigor of the local people. </td></tr></table>

[edit] External links

Official homepage (Portuguese)
Brazilian Embassy in London

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