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Vacation on Ilha Grande beaches - hidden bays, top resorts and recreation areas
The most popular holiday destination among travelers is Abraao Cove, which is the most beautiful on the island. The bay is protected from the wind by high mountains; incredibly beautiful and extensive sandy beaches would be there for visitors. This popular stretch of coast is characterized by well-developed infrastructure; here you can find a lot of different restaurants with outdoor terraces, bars, equipment rentals and nightclubs. There is also a great secluded area where you can sunbathe in complete privacy. Abraao Cove is perfect for fans of outdoor activities and sports entertainment, as well as for shoppers, as there are amazing stalls close to the beach.
As soon as you arrive at Ilha Grande, allocate some time and money to taste the local cuisine. Here you can find a quirky mix of original Indian dishes (which were brought to the island from … 
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Locals are known for their tranquil and peaceful temper. People here always try to resolve an argument by a simple conversation and to reduce tension by joking. Fighting here is a very rare … Open
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is considered one of the most severe and, at the same time, the most beautiful beaches of the island. It’s covered with sand of golden color. That's an amazing place that attracts not only fans of staying at wild beaches, but also people interested in history. They can see the ruins of old buildings nearby, where slaves have being living. Several hundred years ago, it housed a large colony, so today Parnaioca Beach attracts fans of discoveries, rather than beach goers. It’s located at a considerable distance from busy tourist centers, so the coast is almost always empty.
The small beach called Aventureiro resembles an amazing piece of paradise; it is in great demand among fans of vacations in romantic places. Dazzling scenery and harmonious atmosphere make the beach irresistible in the eyes of tavelers. The only disadvantage of the splendid beach is complete absence of any equipment. Many tourists, on the contrary, regard this feature as a distinct advantage, as there is nothing to disturb from enjoying the natural splendor.
The island was discovered by Portuguese people in 1502. The islands current name Ilha Grande is translated from Portuguese as «Big Island». It’s interesting that the tribes of Tupi, … Open
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Interesting places in Ilha Grande for your excursion
Christ The Redeemer
From the series “15 Unofficial Man-Made Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Ilha Grande center - 100 km.
Christ the Redeemer monument is the most important national symbol of Brazil. It was officially elected as one of the seven new wonders of the world. The concrete statue is located atop of Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. The height of the structure is 38 meters. The idea of building the statue appeared in 1921, on the eve of the hundredth of Independence Day of Brazil. Authorities in Rio that at the time was the capital of Brazil immediately ordered the construction of a new monument. Already in 1931, Brazil had the new national symbol. …
Read further Distance from Ilha Grande center - 100 km.
Plateau of Parana-Etendeca
From the series “Volcanoes that changed the face of the Earth”
Check on the map: Distance from Ilha Grande center - 99 km.
The large igneous province of the Paraná-Etendeka is located in Brazil. It formed about 132 million years ago. The eruption occurred during this period. Some researchers tend to consider it the largest in the history of the earth. The fact is that magma traps of the same period were also found on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. They were found in the territory of modern Namibia and Angola. Researchers tend to believe that the eruption was very large-scale. They believe that it has spread even to the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. …
Read further Distance from Ilha Grande center - 99 km.
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Travel guide to best natural recreation areas in Ilha Grande for a quiet and secluded summer vacation. Fascinating hidden beaches, amazing bay and coves to sunbathe and swim in the gentle waters of the resorts of Ilha Grande.
