Lacú

Lacú is a town and municipality located in the district of Araguaia in the state of Goiás, Brazil. As of the 2022 census, it had a population of 2,369 inhabitants. The municipality covers an area of 364.757 square kilometers. Lacú is situated in the northeastern part of Goiás, within the mesoregion of Nordeste Goiano and the microregion of Araguaia.

The economy of Lacú is primarily based on agriculture and cattle ranching, typical of the region's rural characteristics. The town's development has been influenced by its geographical location and the broader economic activities of the state of Goiás.

The climate in Lacú is tropical, with a distinct dry season and a rainy season. The municipality's landscape is characterized by the Cerrado biome, a vast tropical savanna ecoregion of Brazil. The town's infrastructure includes basic public services and a local administration that serves its residents. Like many smaller municipalities in Brazil, Lacú faces challenges related to infrastructure development and economic diversification. Its cultural life is shaped by local traditions and community events.