Sights in The Southeast
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Beaches
Some great beaches are strung along this stretch of coastline, all accessible by bus. Both Maresias(9km east of Boiçucanga), and Camburi (3km west) are great surf beaches. A creek and a small island divide Camburi - the western end is bigger, rougher and good for surfing, and the eastern end is calmer and good for swimming. Juqueí (15km west) offers calm waters, making it popular with families. There are a series of deserted islands nearby. Ask at the tourist office to organize passage.
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Museu da Imigração
To explore São Paulo’s Confederate heritage, head to Santa Bárbara d’Oeste’s Museu da Imigração, whose collections include photographs, letters and household objects. Ask at the museum about arranging transportation to the Cemitério do Campo, which can be difficult to find, even for local drivers.
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Museu Ferroviário
The history of the Maria-Fumaça (Smoking Mary to locals), one of the first rail lines in Brazil, is available at the Museu Ferroviário inside São João’s train station.
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Lago Azul
From the park headquarters, a simple 400m walk takes you to Lago Azul.
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Ilha Comprida
The beaches of Ilha Comprida are only a 10-minute ferry ride. Passengers on foot ride free.
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Matriz NS de Conceição
Twin roosters crown the spires of the Matriz NS de Conceição church at the top of Campo Belo.
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Museum
Park headquarters and the adjacent Museum are 9km north of Itatiaia town, in the park's lower, tamer section.
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Praia do Jabaquara
Praia do Jabaquara is a spacious beach with great views, shallow waters and a small restaurant overlooking the sand.
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Bom Jardim
Most of the sights around Nova Friburgo are a few kilometers out of town. The mountain town of Bom Jardim is worth a visit.
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Campo Belo
The town's large central square, known as the Campo Belo, is a picturesque grassy slope dotted with palm trees and a fountain.
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Igreja de NS do Rosário
The simple Igreja de NS do Rosário was built in 1719 to honor the patron saint who was protector of the slaves.
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Praia Itaúna
Sights about 3km East Of Town is Praia Itaúna, probably Saquarema's most beautiful beach and one of the best surf spots in Brazil.
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Festa de Nossa Senhora Achiropita
Festa de Nossa Senhora Achiropita (every weekend in August) A series of street fairs in Bixiga celebrating the city's Italian heritage.
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Poronga, Véu de Noiva & Itaporani Waterfalls
A few kilometers up the road from the park headquarters, short trails lead to the Poronga, Véu de Noiva & Itaporani Waterfalls.
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Pedra do Cão Sentado
North of town, you can hike to Pedra do Cão Sentado, a rock formation resembling a sitting dog that serves as Friburgo's town symbol.
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Pico da Caledônia
Pico da Caledônia (2310m) offers fantastic views and launching sites for hang gliders. It's a 6km uphill hike, but the view is worth it.
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Morro do Elefante
Close to Capivari is a teleférico (chairlift) that takes you to the top of the Morro do Elefante, which has a good view of the town.
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Gruta de Maquiné
Gruta de Maquiné is the largest, most famous and crowded of the caves. Maquiné’s seven huge chambers are well lit for guided tours.
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Fortes Vilaça
The traditional Fortes Vilaça displays some of the city’s most illustrious contemporary artists in a sprawling, cement-lined space.
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Parque da Luz
Parque da Luz has undergone a careful restoration, with spreading, tropical trees, discreetly placed modern sculpture and a generous police presence.
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Palácio Boa Vista
The Palácio Boa Vista, 3.5km north of Abernéssia, is the state governor’s sprawling, English-style, antiques-filled summer residence.
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Museu Giramundo
The Museu Giramundo has a fanciful display of 400 marionettes, from performances by the internationally acclaimed, Belo-based Teatro Giramundo.
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Casa Do Baile
The Casa do Baile, a former dance hall, now holds all types of temporary art exhibits. Its lovely on-site café is a great place to take a break.
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Igreja NS do Carmo
The Igreja NS do Carmo was a group effort by the area’s most important artists. Built between 1766 and 1772, it features a facade by Aleijadinho.
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Igreja de Santo Antônio
On the small Praça do Patriarca at the southwestern entrance to Triângulo, Igreja de Santo Antônio retains much of its original 18th-century contours.
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