Maranhão is a state in northeastern Brazil marked by cultural and landscape diversity: it brings together colonial historic centres, popular festivals such as bumba-meu-boi, extensive mangroves, beaches and the famous Lençóis Maranhenses — dunes and freshwater lagoons unique in the world. The cuisine blends indigenous, African and Portuguese influences, and […]
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 […]
Discover the wonders of the Carolina Waterfalls in Maranhão The Carolina Waterfalls are located in the Vale das Águas, in the extreme south of Maranhão, and the scenery is truly paradisiacal. Carolina is a Brazilian municipality in the state of Maranhão, located on the right bank of the Tocantins River. […]
Discover the wonders of Chapada das Mesas Chapada das Mesas is an environmental reserve covering 160,046 hectares of Cerrado. The Chapada is made up of the municipalities of Imperatriz, Tasso Fragoso, Estreito, Carolina, Riachão, Balsas, Formosa da Serra Negra, Fortaleza dos Nogueiras, Itinga do Maranhão, Campestre, Alto Parnaíba and Açailândia, […]
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, […]
Discover the beauty of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park The dunes of the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park look like gigantic sheets of sand. Location The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park includes the municipalities of Paulino Neves, Tutóia, Barreirinhas, Santo Amaro, Primeira Cruz and Humberto de Campos. Territory and ecosystem The Lençóis Maranhenses […]
Discover Alcântara: History, Culture and Attractions of Maranhão Alcântara, located in the state of Maranhão, Brazil, is a city rich in history and culture, offering an enchanting tourist destination. Between the 18th and 19th centuries, Alcântara was one of the most prosperous cities in Maranhão. To explore this historic stronghold, […]
Discover the culture, history and gastronomy of São Luís do Maranhão São Luís do Maranhão, often simply called São Luís, is a charming destination in the northeastern region of Brazil. Cultural heritage and city name Known for its rich cultural heritage, historic architecture and vibrant traditions, São Luís offers a […]
Discover the wonders of Maranhão: Ecosystems, culture and unforgettable tourist attractions Maranhão has a rich ecosystem made up of mangroves, beaches, rivers, waterfalls and a tropical desert. The state is also characterised by the meeting of the ancient and the modern. In Maranhão, there is a mix of baroque tiles […]
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