The main towns and villages in the Chapada Diamantina region, in the heart of Bahia, serve as bases for exploring the Chapada Diamantina National Park, which protects some 152,000 hectares of waterfalls, caves, archaeological sites and spectacular geological features. Each has its own distinct character: some are historic towns listed by IPHAN, […]
The waterfalls and trails of the Capão Valley make the village, also known as Caeté-Açu, one of the best destinations in Chapada Diamantina. Capão is a district of Palmeiras, lies at an altitude of around 1,100 metres and features waterfalls, natural pools, viewing points and trails leading to the Fumaça Waterfall and the Pati […]
Discover Palmeiras: History, Culture and Attractions at the Gateway to the Capão Valley Palmeiras was founded in 1890 and experienced its glory days of diamond mining. Historical heritage The old buildings of the Praça da Igreja Matriz do Bom Jesus and the Palacete dos Alcântara are legacies of the mining […]
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