Which city became Brazil's capital on April 21, 1960?

Which city became Brazil's capital on April 21, 1960? Brasília became Brazil's capital on that date.

The inauguration fulfilled a long-standing plan to move Brazil's political center inland. Rio de Janeiro had served as the national capital since 1763, and before that Salvador was the colonial capital. Supporters of the move argued that an inland capital would encourage settlement, infrastructure, and economic development away from the Atlantic coast.

Brasília was built in the Central-West region on a high plateau in what was then Goiás. Its monumental government district was planned by Lúcio Costa, while architect Oscar Niemeyer designed many of its most recognizable buildings, including the National Congress and the Cathedral. The city is famous for its broad avenues and distinctive aircraft-like plan.

A common mix-up is confusing the capital with Brazil's largest city, São Paulo, or its former capital, Rio de Janeiro. Brasília remains the federal capital and seat of Brazil's national government.