Situated in northeastern Brazil, the state of Maranhao is characterised by dense Amazonian rainforest, as well as a number of spectacularly scenic beaches along the Parnaiba River and the Atlantic Ocean. The state’s historical capital city of Sao Luis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visitors should be sure to explore Cafua das Merces, featuring fascinating museum exhibits of the slave trade and Afro-Brazilian culture. The city is also known for its 19th-century market building, known as Casa das Tulhas, which now trades in a variety of typical Maranhao foods and crafts. A visit to Maranhao would not be complete without a trip to the impressive Lencois Maranhenses National Park, which offers vast expanses of pristine wilderness areas featuring seemingly endless dunes, beaches, mangroves, and lagoons.
Situated in the Maranhao state on Brazil’s northern coast, the Lencois Maranhenses National Park covers an impressive 1550 square kilometres. This wild and remote landscape is characterised by pristine beaches, sparkling rainwater lakes and an endless expanse of white undulating sand dunes, for which the park is famous, fringing the coastline and stretching inland. Visitors can look forward to spotting an array of wildlife including migratory birds and turtles, soaking up the breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and enjoying a thrilling scenic aerial flight over this magnificent terrain. This photographer’s dream offers visitors the opportunity to explore a natural dream-like landscape. Other popular activities include: swimming, hiking, paddle-boarding, kayaking and exploring the mangrove swamps.
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