Quixadá: A treasure of the hinterland of Ceará Quixadá is a municipality in the state of Ceará, located 175 kilometres from Fortaleza. It belongs to the Mesoregion of the Sertões Cearenses and the Microregion of the Sertão de Quixeramobim, and is the largest city in the Central Sertão, with a […]
Canoa Quebrada in Ceará: A paradise for sports, culture and leisure Canoa Quebrada Beach is located 12 kilometres from the city of Aracati. Since the 1970s, Canoa Quebrada has been one of the most famous and popular beaches in Ceará, as well as one of the main stops on the […]
Route of Emotions: An unforgettable adventure through the Northeast The Route of Emotions unites the Lençóis Maranhenses, in Maranhão, the Delta do Parnaíba, in Piauí, and the Jericoacoara, in Ceará, in a unique journey. Adventure and culture Travelling along the Route of Emotions is a real adventure: you can drive […]
History of Carnival in Brazil Carnival, a festival of ancient Catholic tradition originating in Europe, is celebrated annually during the three days before Lent. Introduced to Brazil by the Portuguese colonisers, it was known as the Entrudo during the first centuries of colonial life. During this period, it was customary […]
The Northeast is the third largest region in Brazil and the largest in number of states, with nine: Alagoas, Bahia, Ceará, Maranhão, Paraíba, Pernambuco, Piauí, Rio Grande do Norte and Sergipe. Its total area is 1,561,177 km², similar to the area of Mongolia. The region has 3,338 km of beaches, […]
Juazeiro do Norte and Crato: the heart of Ceará’s interior Juazeiro do Norte is the largest city of the Ceará interior, founded in 1911 by Father Cícero Romão Batista, known and revered throughout the interior as “Padim Ciço”. The name “Juazeiro” refers to a tree typical of the northeastern interior, […]
Ceará Mountains: A destination of natural beauty The Ceará Mountains and its mountain towns have a pleasant climate, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 22ºC, attracting tourists from all over the world seeking quiet, fresh air and close contact with nature. Characteristics of the Mountains The Sierras of Ceará, far […]
West Coast of Ceará: A complete guide to stunning beaches and unforgettable experiences The west coast of Ceará, which stretches from Tabuba to the border with Piauí, has a rich variety of beaches. While some, such as Bitupitá, are rarely visited by tourists, others, such as the famous Jericoacoara beach, […]
Discover the east coast of Ceará: Wild beaches and impressive cliffs The east coast of Ceará, stretching from Aquiraz to the border with Rio Grande do Norte, is known as the Costa do Sol Nascente. This coast includes the municipalities of Pindoretama, Cascavel, Beberibe, Fortim, Aracati, Icapuí and Itaiçaba. All […]
Discover Fortaleza: Natural beauties and cultural riches of Ceará Fortaleza is Brazil’s fifth largest city and stretches along a stretch of straight, parallel streets to the green coast. Capital of Ceará The city is the capital of Ceará, bathed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, with a tropical climate […]
Ceará: The land of natural beauty and cultural riches The State of Ceará is known as one of Brazil’s most beautiful tourist destinations, boasting a rich culture combined with beautiful landscapes that include beaches, mountains and waterfalls. Origin of the name “Ceará The origin of the name “Ceará” goes back […]
1671 Map of Mexico and Central America “Yucatan Conventus Iuridici Hispaniae Novae Pars Occidentalis, et Guatimala Conventus Iuridicus”,
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Historical Map of Africa from 1570 Ortelius’ Cornerstone Map of Africa “Africae Tabula Nova”, Ortelius, Abraham Period: 1570
Discover the Sanctuary of Monte Santo in Bahia, a place of religious pilgrimage and tourism for centuries, set in the breathtaking landscape of the
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The city of Aquidauana MS is the gateway to the Pantanal, one of the most beautiful ecosystems in the world, with many tourist attractions. The city
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The jararaca-ilhoa lives exclusively on the island of Queimada Grande, also known as the island of snakes. The jararaca-ilhoa is a sui generis snake,
