Beaches You Won’t Believe In South America

Jericoacoara, Brazil

For explorers in search of more remote retreat, Jericoacoara, Brazil is a splendid choice nestled behind sweeping sand dunes on the northern coast of Ceara. This pristine beach, affectionately known as Jeri, was deemed one of the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world by the Washington Post. The name derives from the antediluvian language of the Tupi, an indigenous people of Brazil, and means “lair of the turtles.” The site obtained environmental protection in 1984 and became a national park in 2002. Until the 1990s, the area was little more than a sparsely populated fishing village with few signs of modern life. In stark contrast to its past, today it is a lively locale replete with amenities and activities. Prominent attractions include Pedra Furada, a wondrous sixteen-foot-tall natural rock formation, and Duna do Por do Sol, a lofty “sunset dune” where vacationers can witness a majestic sunrise or sunset.

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