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Anhatomirim Island
Anhatomirim Island
Anhatomirim Island (Indian name) is located in North Bay, near the continent and now part of the municipality of Governador Celso Ramos.
Its strategic position - at the entrance of the North Bay - was responsible for building the Fortress of Santa Cruz in the eighteenth century, setting the third vertex of a triangular system of defense, has formed the Fortress of São José da Ponta Grossa and St. Anthony of Mice. This system should protect the bar north of the island of St. Catherine of foreign investment - mainly from Spain - and consolidate the Portuguese occupation of southern Brazil eighteenth century.
In 1894, during the Federalist Revolution, this island served as a basis for arrest and shooting of the rebels against the government of Floriano Peixoto (in the Fortress of Santa Cruz). In 1907, now belongs to the Navy Department and returned to be used as a prison in the outcome of the Constitutional Revolution in 1932. It worked like Fortress to the end of World War II, when the emergence of new technologies of war, became obsolete as a military unit. It was thus disabled.
To the south of the island is a small beach and a pier for landing.
Access to the island is possible via the service of schooners, departing from different points of Florianópolis - mainly Canasvieiras the pier, the pier of the bridge and under Beiramar Hercílio Light can also make the crossing to the beaches of whaling Jurerê , Canasveiras, Daniela and Praia do Forte, located north of Florianópolis, and also by the Beach Antenor (the continent).
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Activities near to Anhatomirim Island
| Daniela Beach (beach) -
The 3 km long Daniela beach lies in a bay of calm waters with no waves, fine sand with very nice temperature. Acess is easy, through its wide streets, where locals and vacationers pass. The site is very popular for families with small children. Not many service options. Bathed by the warm waters of the North Bay and a strip of sand that works almost like a huge playground, is great for those who go to the beach with ch... Address: Praia da Daniela, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil Distance: 4.07km from the Anhatomirim Island |  |
| Fortaleza de Santa Cruz - Anhatomirim (historical) - The Fortress of Santa Cruz, located on the island of Anhatomirim, was the main fortification of the old defensive system of the island of Santa Catarina, designed and built by Brig Portuguese José da Silva Paes from 1739. This system was also composed by the strength of Sao Jose da Ponta Grossa, Santo Antônio de Ratones and Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Araçatuba.Belonging to the Navy Department, the Fort Anhatomirim was listed in ... Address: Forte São José da Ponta Grossa Jurere, Florianópolis - SC Distance: 4.75km from the Anhatomirim Island |  |
| Forte Beach (beach) -
Located 25 km from the center of Florianópolis, the beach of Ponta Grossa, also known as Praia do Forte is only 90 meters long, is a sea of clear water and gentle waves and a very white, fine and soft sand beach. It is possible to penetrate into the sea by walking up to 220 meters. The beach retains the characteristics of calm waters, which resemble a large green swimming pool.
Previously, the site was exc... Address: R Jose Cardoso Oliveira, 3547 - Jurere, Florianópolis - SC, 88053-306, Brazil Distance: 4.95km from the Anhatomirim Island |  |
Restaurants near to Anhatomirim Island
| Porto Daniela is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Anhatomirim Island and can be found at Avenida das Palmeiras, 461 The craft beer is one of the Zehn successes among the beverages offered in spring home decorated with garden and banana leaves. The tip of the Port Daniela is the shrimp in coconut-based sauce made with coconut milk and cream, served inside a coconut. Daniela Porto is located in Florianopolis. |
| O Pescador Lobo is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Anhatomirim Island and can be found at Rua José Cardoso de Oliveira, Established in 1987, The Fisherman Lobo takes the surname of the owner, Wolf. The house specialty is the seafood, especially shrimp. One of the most requested dishes is shrimp in a pumpkin, with rice, potatoes and salad. The house also meets by tele-delivery, but the view of the fortress of Sao José da Ponta Grossa, compensates for lea |
| El Divino Beach is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Anhatomirim Island and can be found at Avenida dos Pampos, The exquisite El Divino Beach welcomes tourists and famous for enjoying exquisite dishes, prepared primarily with seafood. One of the requests are coquilles, scallops with prawns, cream and gruyere cheese gratin. The redneck tutti-frutti is among the most requested drinks prepared with rum or vodka and tropical fruit. |
| Armazém de Secos e Molhados is a Appetizers restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Anhatomirim Island and can be found at Avenida dos Salmões, 874 The Dry and Wet Depot serves a choice of appetizers and snacks in a relaxed and welcoming. Are among the most popular soups, sandwiches, Italian bread and pastries. The beer is among the Eisenbahn most requested drinks in addition to the wines. Dry and Wet warehouse is located in Florianopolis. |
Hotels near to Anhatomirim Island
 Pousada Casa De Praia HotelPousada Casa De Praia Hotel is a popular choice amongst travelers in Florianopolis, whether exploring or just passing through. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the hotel's facilities and services. To be found at the hotel are room service, laundry service/dry cleaning, 24hr room service, business center. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. To enha... |
| Pousada Pontal Do Jurere Hotel Pousada Pontal Do Jurere Hotel is conveniently located in the popular Florianopolis area. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Take advantage of the hotel's 24hr room service, business center. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. The hotel's peaceful atmosphere extends to its recreational facilities which include ... |
 Il Campanario Villaggio Resort Il Campanario Villaggio Resort is a popular choice amongst travelers in Florianopolis, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Take advantage of the hotel's disabled facilities, business center, 24hr room service, bar/pub, meeting facilities. Relax in your comfortable guestroom, featuring air conditioning, balcony/terrace, DVD/CD player,... |
 Jurere Beach Village HotelSet in a prime location of Florianopolis, Jurere Beach Village Hotel puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. Disabled facilities, restaurant, business center, Wi-Fi in public areas, room service are there for guest's enjoyment. Satellite/cable TV, non smoking rooms, tele... |