Sightseeing in Recife - what to see. Complete travel guide

The Tupi people were the first settlers in the territory of the modern resort. They were mostly engaged in fishing and hunting. Portuguese explorers and their leader Goncalo Coelho reached this region at the beginning of the 16th century. The explorers were quickly attracted by the rich deposits of the precious wood species, but aggressive aboriginal tribes forced Europeans to leave. In 1536, Duarte Coelho received a permit from the king to found the state of Pernambuco. This is when the capital of the state – Olinda – was built. Fifty-eight years later, the pirates from England plundered the capital and its neighborhoods. Local people decided to move to Recife and turned it into their new center.
Nowadays, Recife is not only an economically advanced region of Brazil but also one of the best resorts in the country. Itamaraca Beach is one of the most visited beaches in Recife. This coastal area is situated on the nearby island. This is a spacious and well-kept beach covered with clean golden sand. To get to this beach, vacationers need to use the yacht that transports passengers between Recife and Itamaraca. The infrastructure of Itamaraca Beach is not impressive. There are many restaurants and cafes nearby but the beach itself doesn’t have anything. The coastal water also lacks cleanness. Despite these drawbacks, the beach is always crowded.

Why is Paiva considered the best beach in the region? Both locals and guests of the Brazilian city mention beautiful nature and clean water. Paiva Beach is always crowded and bustling during the tourist season. The sand is so soft here that there is no need to rent a sun lounger. On the days without strong wind, it is hard to think of a better beach for children. The waves are so small at this time that mothers do not need to worry about the safety of their kids. If you wish, you can make an interesting journey to the underwater world of the Atlantic and see what the Brazilian coastal waters can offer to divers.

There is an international airport near Recife that receives both domestic and international flights. It is possible to reach the “Venice of Brazil” from such cities as Sao Paolo, Rio de Janeiro, and Fortaleza. Airports in Madrid and Paris offer daily flights to the Brazilian resort. Besides that, there are charter flights from Helsinki and Amsterdam. Numerous intercity buses connect different Brazilian cities.
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Survived castles around Recife
♥ Castle 'Castelo do Instituto Ricardo Brennand' , 9.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castelo do Instituto Ricardo Brennand' , 9.8 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Recife
♥ Park 'Parque Estadual De Dois Irmãos' , 8.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Aratu' , 94.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Jacarapé' , 95.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Das Trilhas Dos Cinco Rios' , 95.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Marinho De Areia Vermelha' , 115.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual De Dois Irmãos' , 8.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Aratu' , 94.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Jacarapé' , 95.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Das Trilhas Dos Cinco Rios' , 95.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Marinho De Areia Vermelha' , 115.5 km from the center. On the map


Sightseeing in Brazil: things to see


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