Angra dos Reis Picture 7

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Angra dos Reis has no less than 365 islands sprinkled in a sea of ​​green and crysta waterl, and two thousand beaches filled with natural beauty. Encircled by the Atlantic and bathed in emerald-green sea there are luxury condominiums, resorts and hotels that host travelers seeking the best for their holidays and weekends. This paradise is only 160 km (about 2 hours by car) apart from Rio.

A stroll around Angra should start, no doubt, by the sea. Diving is simply irresistible. With many shipwrecks and abundant marine life, the Angra Bay is one of the best places to dive in the southeastern coast, even for amateurs. A traditional maritime procession on the first day of the year is one of the biggest events in the city. The Big Island, largest island, is also the most famous: There are 86 beaches scattered across its 190 square miles. To get there one needs to travel about 1 hour by boat from the port of Angra. The place is perfect for trekking, and hiking trails, with many options, from hills, mountains, streams, rocks, hills and beaches, most of which are within the Atlantic Forest. Places that stand out in this scenario are the Guriri Lage (Tip of Castile), Jorge Grego Island, Meros and Shipwreck Island.

On the ocean, the beach preferred by visitors is the Lopes Mendes, attended by supporters of surfing and scuba divers. In Praia da Bruxa (Witch's Beach), on the narrow strip of white sand and many almond trees, visitors can hike and enjoy the scenery of  a beautiful waterfall 15 m high, with a natural swimming pool and slide. Town of Angra dos Reis: www.angra.rj.gov.br http://www.rioguiaoficial.com.br/rio-de-janeiro/arredores/angra

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