Rio Formoso (English: River Handsome), is a municipality in Pernambuco with 23,628 inhabitants.

Geography

The municipality contains part of the strictly protected Saltinho Biological Reserve, a 562 ha conservation unit created in 1983.

Beaches

There are the only two beaches in Rio Formoso. The major attraction is the estuary of the Formoso River. Has an extensive area of coconut trees, sand banks and natural reefs.

Economy

The main economic activities in Rio Formoso are based in food and beverage industry and agribusiness. Especially, coconuts, sugarcane, and creations of cattle.

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Economy by Sector 2006

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