Quixadá: A Treasure of the Ceará Hinterland Quixadá is a municipality in Ceará, situated 175 km from Fortaleza. It forms part of the Ceará Sertão Mesoregion and the Quixeramobim Sertão Microregion, and is the largest city in the central Sertão, with a population of approximately 89,000 inhabitants. Education and Universities […]
Canoa Quebrada beach is situated 12 km from the town of Aracati, on the east coast of Ceará. Since the 1970s, Canoa Quebrada has been one of the best-known and most popular beaches in Ceará, as well as being one of the main stops on the Cliff Route. The beach […]
The Route of Emotions links the Lençóis Maranhenses in Maranhão, the Parnaíba Delta in Piauí, and Jericoacoara in Ceará, in a unique journey through north-eastern Brazil. This guide brings together everything you need to plan your trip: the three destinations, how to travel between them and a suggested itinerary. Travelling […]
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: 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 […]
The Ceará mountains are the best retreat for escaping the heat of the coast. In the mountain towns, average temperatures stay between 17 ºC and 22 ºC, with fresh air, trails, waterfalls and plenty of contact with nature. So, for anyone who wants to enjoy tourism beyond the beach circuit, […]
The beaches on the west coast of Ceará stretch from Tabuba all the way to the border with Piauí, offering a rich diversity of landscapes. So, if you are planning a trip along this coastline, this guide brings together all the towns, beaches and practical, up-to-date tips to help you […]
Discover the East Coast of Ceará: Untouched Beaches and Stunning Cliffs The east coast of Ceará, which stretches between Aquiraz and the border with Rio Grande do Norte, is known as Costa do Sol Nascente. This coastline comprises the municipalities of Pindoretama, Cascavel, Beberibe, Fortim, Aracati, Icapuí and Itaiçaba. In this article Main tourist attractions on the east coast […]
Fortaleza at a glance What it is: the capital of Ceará and Brazil’s 4th most populous state capital, with more than 2.4 million inhabitants (2022 Census). Anniversary: the town of Fortaleza was founded in 1726, so the city turns 300 in 2026. Urban beaches: Iracema, Meireles and Mucuripe, linked by […]
Ceará: A Land of Natural Beauty and Cultural Riches The state of Ceará is renowned for being one of Brazil’s most beautiful tourist destinations, boasting a rich culture combined with stunning landscapes, which include beaches, mountain ranges and waterfalls. In this article The Origin of the Name ‘Ceará’ Geographical features of Ceará Coastline and Vegetation Coastal Culture and the […]
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A practical guide to things to do in Pelourinho: Baroque churches, museums, squares, a suggested itinerary and tips for making the most of
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Bahia Maritime Museum: what you need to know before visiting Housed within the iconic Barra Lighthouse, the Bahia Maritime Museum is one of
