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Inside Morro de São Paulo

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Morro de São Paulo is located in the northeast region of Brazil and 248 km away from Salvador. It is more precisely on the Island of Tinharé. Its 6 thousand inhabitants basically live on tourism and during the summer the space of its beaches and inns becomes very competitive, with visitors arriving from all parts of Brazil and the world in search of everything this place offers.


The sea in this place
The sea is part of the look of Morro de São Paulo and gives a feeling to the
its tourists of relaxation and calm. Wherever you look in this region, it will be there, with beaches that are always clean, beautiful and with water that is crystal clear, with fish that can be seen when diving. Private vehicles are prohibited in this region.


A place to watch the sunset
Upon arriving in Morro de São Paulo, the first place to be seen is the Fort, which was used as a strategic point that served as protection for the city of Salvador. Next to this Fort there is an old slave quarters and a prison with a tunnel that leads to its main church. A place chosen to admire the sunset in the late afternoon.


To go down on a zipline
For those who want to go down the zipline that measures 320 meters high, you will also have a beautiful view of Morro de São Paulo. Your photos can be very beautiful in this place and will serve to see the beaches that are from this region and that combine with all the beauty that can be found in this place and through this view.


A nice little church
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz dates back to 1845 and everyone who arrives there can see it. It's a small church, without much in the way of things, but very friendly, which makes it worth a quick stop when visitors are passing through this region.


The Bat's Lair
It is also a space designed to watch the sunset and is packed with people. Given its infrastructure and organization. Toca do Morcego is a space that charges R$ 5.00 for entry and also offers a mat, cushions and a menu with drinks and snacks. It is possible to stay under trees, lying on a sun lounger, listen to music and cool off with a drink.

The First Beach
This beach is small, but with lots of entertainment in its sea, with many hotels and inns, being very close to a village. It's also where you can go zip-lining, ride a banana boat or go skiing. It is located between the lighthouse on the hill and some rocks. It is a favorite beach for surfing and especially at times of high tide.


Your hottest beach
It is the second beach in Morro de São Paulo. It's very popular day or night. There are umbrellas, beach chairs and tents on its wide strip of sand and at night you can choose from the many restaurants that are found on the shore. There is no minimum consumption requirement and on Monday or Thursday nights there are luaus on this beach.


The least crowded beach
It's the third beach. It is about 800 meters long. It is the furthest from the village. It is a good beach to see corals and fish. In front of this beach is Caitá Island, where you can rent a kayak to explore this island. Tours also leave from this beach to other places in the region. Its strip of sand is small and has an alley with a wall that the sea reaches.


Your most secluded beach
The fourth beach is about 4 km long and isolated, little explored and full of coconut trees. At low tide, this beach gains its best attraction, which is its natural pools. There is a large coral barrier, with the possibility of seeing many fish and enjoying the landscape, which is beautiful and very good for your peace of mind.


The fifth beach
It is a beach very far from the center, a little similar to the fourth beach. However, it is almost a private beach and people stay at their resorts and in hotels that are nearby. Visitors to get there must take a long walk to this beach. Another option to get there would be to rent a cart which costs R$ 20.00 per person.


Boipeba Island
It is separated from the Island of Tinharém by the river of hell. It is 20 km away
distance from some beaches in this region. It is an island with its charms. Your most economical option is to take a boat trip around the south of this island, which is also known as Volta à Ilha. During high season the boat can take you to the natural pools.

Your craft fair
Every night in Morro de São Paulo there is a fair with many crafts from this region, which is set up in Praça Aureliano Lima. Among all these pieces found there are silver items, jewelry, handmade clothes and various objects that are for decoration, made with materials that are recycled.


See the spectacle of humpback whales
Between the months of July and October, the spectacle in Morro de São Paulo is due to these species of whales that visit this region. These mammals can weigh up to 40 tons and can measure 16 meters. The animals excel in their acrobatics and still delight all visitors who may have the privilege of seeing these humpback whales.


A little paradise
This is how Morro de São Paulo can be described, with a nature that frames all the plans of its travelers, with scenes that remind us of the sky or the sea. It is a highly sought after destination, with tranquility throughout its extensive stretch of sand and with walking being the best option for exploring this island. Get to know this region and discover all its beauties.

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