Have you ever been fortunate enough to take a trip to Brazil before? This South American giant is well known for its bright, vibrant culture and cities such as Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo which attract visitors from around the world.
While this region of Brazil might be more popular and well-known than the other regions that the country has to offer, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t others that are worth seeing too! That’s the case of the northeast of Brazil, a region that encompasses gorgeous nature, bustling cities, and cultural traditions.
The first region to be settled by colonizers, the northeast of Brazil encompasses the states of Maranhão, Piauí, Ceará, Rio Grande do Norte, Paraíba, Pernambuco, Alagoas, Sergipe and Bahia.
The hottest and most “tropical” region of the country, there is no shortage of natural treasures here. From the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park to the numerous virgin beaches that you will find dotting the region’s coast, there’s no secret why people are drawn to the Northeast.
However, the Northeast is so much more than beaches and nature. Cities like Recife, Salvador, and Fortaleza are some of the best that the country has to offer. What’s also clear is that they are the cultural capitals of Brazil, with a fascinating mix of indigenous, African, and European cultures that have formed to develop traditions like the region’s Carnival celebrations.
Why not take a trip off the beaten path and head to the Northeast on your next Brazil travels? You might be surprised by just how much it has to offer.
