Brazil Travel - Top 3 Attractions in Recife

Discover the multifaceted and multicultural history of Recife, a destination rich with culture and history and an attraction for any Brazil travel. There are sites that have been restored to their former glory in Recife Antigo, where the Portuguese originally settled. The buildings there have been beautifully renovated making this area a pleasure to visit. Recife is the fourth largest metropolitan city with more than 4 million inhabitants. Recife is a must see destination for your Brazil tours. The main attractions in Recife include their white sandy beaches, the cultural and historical sites in Recife, and visiting nearby Olinda.

Beaches

Take a stroll down the popular upscale neighborhood of Boa Viahem, known for its white sandy beaches stretching more than 5 miles (8 kilometers). It features coral reefs that helps keep the water calm and warm which is also a great place to go snorkeling. Go to Shopping Center Recife which boasts an area of more than 2 million square feet of shopping, a staggering 465 stores. The nightlife in Boa Viagem is great too with many cafés, restaurants, and nightclubs. The beach stays warm all through the night making it an attractive place for young people to go for night swims. Indeed, the beach stays let well into the evening. The climate in Recife is tropical year-round so going there is good any time of the year.

Tour Recife

Admire the art, culture, and history of Recife by visiting one of its many museums. Take a stroll towards local landmarks such as the Camaragibe Sugar Estate or the Ponte Mauricio de Nassau. Learn about the region of Pernambuco and its unique Jewish history. Go for a ride on one of the many catamaran tours which includes trips through down the Beberibe River or Capibaribe River. Learn about the Porto de Galinhas and its connection to the slave trade.

Tour Olinda

Walk around the neighboring community of Olinda, which translates to "Oh Beautiful!" It's located just north of Recife and boasts a number of tourist attractions such as its historic downtown area deemed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO with colonial churches and their own special kind of Carnival heavily influenced by the African culture. The draw to Olinda is its rich culture and history. The area was inhabited by indigenous tribes of Brazil before the French mercenaries settled into the area.

There are many more things to do within Recife and Olinda. These tourist attractions are great alternatives to Rio and Salvador de Bahia because they do not charge people to attend. The festivities are unique in that the streets are not roped off.

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