Vila Velha

Vila Velha (Portuguese for "Old Village") is an Brazilian city in the state of Espírito Santo. In 2020, 501,325 people lived there and its area is 210.23 km².

Vila Velha is the oldest city in Espírito Santo. It was founded as Vila do Espírito Santo ("Village of the Holy Spirit") on 23 May 1535 by Vasco Fernandes Coutinho.

Category:1535 establishments
Category:1530s establishments in South America
Category:16th-century establishments in Brazil
Category:Cities in Espírito Santo