Boa Viagem Beach is Recife’s main urban beach, with a long stretch of shoreline, beach huts, hotels and reefs that form natural pools at low tide. This guide brings together practical information, attractions, safety advice and tips to help you make the most of your visit. Where is it and […]
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The best beaches in Pernambuco — a 5-day itinerary
5-day itinerary — The beaches of Pernambuco Explore the coast of Pernambuco on a 5-day itinerary featuring unmissable beaches, lush landscapes and activities to suit all tastes. Setting off from Recife, you’ll experience everything from the bustling streets of Boa Viagem to the natural pools of Porto de Galinhas, the […]
7-Day Itinerary in Pernambuco with Historical Highlights
Pernambuco is a state in north-eastern Brazil known for its rich combination of history, culture and diverse landscapes. It has a coastline with idyllic beaches and reefs — such as Porto de Galinhas and Praia dos Carneiros —, passes through the agreste with its lively popular traditions and reaches the […]
Main Tourist Attractions in Recife You Must Visit
Recife, one of Brazil’s oldest cities, was founded by the Portuguese in 1537. With a rich cultural mix resulting from the coexistence of Portuguese, Indians and Africans, the city offers a number of tourist attractions for all tastes. In addition to its beautiful beaches, Recife has a wealth of historical […]
Best places to visit in the Northeast of Brazil
The wonders of the Brazilian Northeast deserve to be celebrated at every opportunity. In this article, we’ll explore the charms of this region, which stretches from the Parnaíba Delta to the Recôncavo Baiano, with some 3,000 kilometres of coastline, full of dunes, cliffs, sand banks and mangroves. The Northeast Region […]
Casa Grande & Senzala: The Work of Gilberto Freyre
Casa Grande & Senzala Casa Grande & Senzala was the work that made the Brazilian sociologist and writer Gilberto Freyre famous. This essay, published on 1 December 1933, deals with the formation and economic and social development of the Northeast during the colonial era. The importance of Casa Grande and […]
Cais do Sertão Museum: Discover Sertanejo Culture
The Cais do Sertão Museum, located in Recife, is a cultural space dedicated to the appreciation and preservation of Sertanejo culture, especially the life and work of Luiz Gonzaga, the King of Baião. Opened in 2014, the Cais do Sertão Museum is one of the most modern and interactive in […]
Denphal Orchids: A Beginner’s Guide to Care
The fascinating world of Denphal orchids Paulo Vilar, who lives in Aldeia, in the metropolitan region of Recife, is a passionate orchid grower. He grows more than 300,000 orchids – a hobby that has become a career, rewarded time and again by the spectacle of a new flower opening. Orchids […]
Dutch Recife and the Dutch Invasion of Brazil
Recife dos Holandeses began with the Dutch invasion, which was part of the Dutch project to occupy and administer the north-east of Brazil through the Dutch West India Company. By 1624, the Dutch had already established the West India Company and were planning to expand their overseas territories in Africa […]
Recife: The Brazilian Venice and its Cultural Heritage
Discover Recife: history, culture and natural beauty The city of Recife was founded in a region where the coast was marked by coral reefs that protected the bay and provided a safe natural harbour. This geographical configuration was crucial to the city’s development as an important commercial and shipping centre, […]
Pernambuco: History and must-see attractions
Pernambuco: Discover the cultural and natural riches of Northeast Brazil Pernambuco is a vibrant and diverse state in the northeast of Brazil, known for its stunning beaches, rich cultural history and impressive natural landscapes. This article looks at the uniqueness of the state, its history and culture, and highlights its […]
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