Xexéu (Central northeastern portuguese pronunciation: [ʃɛˈʃɛw]) is a city in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. It is located in Zona da mata Pernambucana 143 km (89 mi) from the state capital Recife. It was first municipality in Latin America to use ecological asphalt.
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Geography
State: Pernambuco
Region: Zona da mata Pernambucana
Boundaries: Palmares (N); Alagoas (S); Maraial (W); Água Preta (E)
Area: 110.8 km2 (42.8 sq mi)
Elevation: 200 m (660 ft)
Hydrography: Una river
Vegetation: Subperenifólia forest
Climate: Hot tropical and humid
Annual average temperature: 24.5 °C (76.1 °F)
Distance to Recife: 143 km (89 mi)
Population - 11,699 (2025)
Economy
The main economic activities in Xexéu are based in agriculture, especially sugarcane.
Economic indicators
Economy by sector
2006