Located on the Coconut Coast, about 80 km north of Salvador, Praia do Forte mixing lesson of history and preservation of existing natural beauty.
The village, donated to the municipality on the condition that the residents do not sell the property, only passed on to descendants, now has paving stones, banned car traffic, underground mains and treatment plant health. In the mainly street has bars, nightclubs, restaurants, shops and services in buildings that may not exceed 10 meters in height or clash of the old fishermen's houses.
The beautiful beach, decorated with palm trees, has a large area of coral reefs which, at low tide, forming natural pools of crystalline waters with incredible visibility, and the Papa Gente beach ideal for the practice of free diving.
Praia do Forte The name derives from the Casa da Torre, fortified residence, built by Garcia D'Ávila, keeper of the first governor-general of Brazil, Tomé de Souza, in 1551, on a hill 70 meters above sea level.
Located in a strategic way, to observe vessels approaching the coast, the oldest stone building in the country is the only aspect of the medieval castle of the Américas.
If visiting the Castelo Garcia D'Avila serves as entertaining history lesson and knowing the Tamar project and the Humpback Whale institute, you will witness the most authentic learning about the importance of preserving the species.
From July to November, is the season for whale watching, especially the humpback species, which migrate from Antarctica to mate, calve and nurse. In the warm waters of Praia do Forte, many can be seen teaching newborn pups to swim, breath and jump.
In trips to Sapiranga Reserve, strictly protected area, with 6 square miles of the Atlantic Forest, you can admire one of the richest biodiversity of the continent.
For more information on tours and on that beach so beautiful visit the Official Portal of Praia do Forte - www.praiadoforte.org.br - this is a small portion of our attractions for you, please come to know other attractions!
