Northeast (Brazil) - Nordeste (Brasil)

Northeast (Brazil)

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Location of the Northeast region of Brazil

The region North East of Brazil it has the largest number of states compared to other Brazilian regions, in addition to having the second largest population (56,915,936 inhabitants - 27.61%) and the third largest territory (1,554,291.3 km² - 18.25%) . It is limited to the north and east by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by the states ofMinas Gerais andHoly Spirit and to the west with the states ofFor, Tocantins andGoiás.

Understand

Traditions and Religions

Due to Portuguese colonization, the predominant religion in Brazil is Roman Catholic, which, like cuisine and language, has undergone profound changes in these 500 years, generating numerous sects and communities, coloring the tourist profile of certain states.

  • Bahia - Candomblé, a mixture of Catholicism with African cults.

Climate

The region has an annual average temperature between 20° and 28°C. In areas above 200 meters and on the eastern coast, temperatures range from 24° to 26°C. Annual averages below 20°C are found in the highest areas of theDiamond Plate and from the plateau of Borborema. The annual precipitation index varies from 300 to 2000 mm. Four types of climates are present in the Northeast:

States and capitals

States of the Northeast region of Brazil
alagoas - AL (capital Maceio)
Known as water paradise due to the rich aquifers in the state, as well as waterfalls, rivers, sea and lagoons. Some beaches are generally compared to those on the Caribbean.
Bahia - BA (capital savior)
Brazilian state with the longest coastline, beautiful beaches and cultural treasures.
Ceará - EC (capital strength)
It has beautiful beaches and one of the largest theme parks in Latin America, Beach Park.
Maranhão - MA (capital St. Louis)
It presents a mix of ecosystems only compared to that of the Pantanal Mato-Grossense. On the coast, there are beaches and the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, and inland there are waterfalls, in Carolina.
Paraíba - PB (capital João Pessoa)
Natural and cultural tourist attractions, from the beach to the interior of Paraíba.
Pernambuco - FOOT (capital Recife)
The coast has beaches and cliffs, urban areas and virtually untouched places.
Piauí - PI (capital Teresina)
It has the only northeastern capital off the coast, but with many beauties to be discovered.
large northern river - RN (capital Christmas)
With several sights, from archaeological sites, natural beauty and ecotourism poles.
Sergipe - IF (capital Aracaju)
There are several tourist attractions in the state, starting with the capital, Aracaju, with an emphasis on its beaches.

Cities

Other destinations

arrive

By airplane

The main international airports are those of savior, Recife, strength and St. Louis.

Of boat

  • Sporadic cruises from the Southeast and even from other countries, during the high season, arrive in Recife.
  • There are no regular boat lines arriving in the Region.

By train

  • There are no more passenger trains arriving in the Region or traveling through it. There is a project to interconnect the northeastern coast by means of rail transport, this would connect all northeastern capitals, except Teresina.

By bus

  • All capitals and the main cities in the interior have regular bus lines with other regions of the country.

Speak

The language is the same across the country. Although there are big differences between pronunciation and vocabulary states, Brazilian Portuguese speakers are able to communicate in any part of the country without problems.

Generally, foreign tourists do not find it difficult to communicate in Spanish. Speaking slowly and patiently, he will be understood. English, lately in progress in vocational education in tourist cities, is generally understood in places frequented by tourists.

At Bahia, mainly in savior, because of the large number of Spaniards, Spanish may be easier to understand than in other Northeastern states.

In other capitals such as St. Louis, strength, Recife, Maceio and Christmas Spanish, English and other Latin languages ​​may be helpful.

Buy

  • Craftsmanship

With the

There is a wide variety of typical dishes. Some examples are:

  • Baião de Dois, rapadura, tropical fruit juices (soursop, umbu, acerola, mangaba, cajá), buchada baiana, vatapá, moqueca, sarapatel.
  • In savior, acarajé, caruru and abará.
  • In St. Louis, cuxá rice, seafood, sururu and shrimp pie.
  • In Aracaju, sururu broth, oyster, shellfish.
  • In strength, Aracaju, crab, shrimp and prawns.
  • In Teresina, piau (fish), Maria-Isabel (rice and meat), paçoca (farofa with crushed meat), sarapatel and panada.
  • Throughout the region, tapioca and carne-de-sol.
  • The most used spices are coriander, pepper (of various types) and cumin (this one especially in Pernambuco).

drink and go out

  • Liquor.
  • caipirinha.
  • tropical fruit juice.

sleep

The most common means of accommodation in Brazil are

  • Campings (camps).
  • hostels.
  • pensions.
  • Inns.
  • Hotels.
  • Resorts.

Learn

  • Cacuria
  • Capoeira
  • Maracatu
  • Samba-de-Roda
  • northeastern music
  • Axe
  • Frevo
  • Lining
  • baião
  • half wedge
  • Bumba-meu-boi

Health

  • Do not drink tap water.
  • Beware of dengue: use repellents.
  • Use sunscreens as the sun is very strong.
  • See where you have your meals. Hygiene is not taken seriously in many places.

respect

Respect nature, culture and biodiversity.

Stay in touch

Cell Phone Operators

  • sure
  • Tim
  • Alive
  • Hey

Emergency Numbers

  • SAMU (ambulance) - 192
  • Police - 190

Safety

Most major cities have some security issues, which may or may not affect travelers. It is not advisable to travel by car overnight. There are reports of robberies, including buses, on BR-101, in alagoas.

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