In the northwest of Rio Grande do Sul, in the small town of São Miguel das Missões, stand the majestic remains of a former Jesuit mission: the São Miguel Arcanjo Archaeological Site. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, this emblematic place bears witness to a time when European missionaries and Guarani peoples coexisted in a flourishing society founded in the late 17th century.
Built between 1687 and 1750, this mission was part of the Seven Peoples of the Missions, a network of religious settlements established by Jesuits on territory then under Spanish
Sancho Bay is located in the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, off the coast of Pernambuco, Brazil. Renowned for its emerald waters, white sand, and surrounding cliffs, it hosts rich marine life on rocky seabeds. The beach is only accessible by descending a steep staircase carved into the cliff. Between February and June, rainfall creates two temporary waterfalls flowing from the top of the cliffs.
During sea turtle nesting season (January to June), access is restricted from 6 PM to 6 AM to protect the wildlife. Since the area came under EcoNoronha’s management, visitor hours have been regulated to preserve the ecosystem.
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Located in the south of Pará state, the Carajás National Forest is a protected area covering over 400,000 hectares. It supports both biodiversity conservation and the controlled use of natural resources.
Home to rare species such as the harpy eagle and the hyacinth macaw, the forest also attracts visitors with its landscapes, hiking trails, caves, and waterfalls. Guided tours are available for wildlife observation, forest exploration, and environmental education.
Accessible from nearby towns, the Carajás National Forest is a scientific, educational, and tourist destination in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon.
