The Cariri, situated in the south of Ceará, is one of Brazil’s most fascinating destinations. Known as a veritable ‘oasis in the middle of the sertão’, the region is a mosaic of cultural heritage, characterised by the strong influence of indigenous peoples — such as the Kariris — and by […]
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Cariri in Ceará: A Comprehensive Guide to Tourism and Culture
Cariri: A Prime Tourist Destination 1. Natural Wonders of the Chapada do Araripe The Cariri region, in Ceará, is notable for its strategic location, bordering three states: Piauí, Pernambuco and Paraíba. Situated in the south of the state, the Chapada do Araripe is an ecological reserve home to natural springs, […]
Juazeiro do Norte: Things to Do and a Guide to Religious Tourism
Juazeiro do Norte: Things to Do in the North-East’s Largest Centre for Religious Tourism Juazeiro do Norte is the largest city in the Ceará hinterland and one of Brazil’s leading religious tourism destinations. The town owes its origins to the work of Father Cícero Romão Batista, who settled in the […]

