Between the two world famous Brazilian states (Rio de Janeiro and Bahia) hides the Espirito Santo, a less known but with attractions to suit different schedules. In December and January, and the mixture of beaches and dunes Forrò (music of the north coast of Brazil, which makes all dance) receive the attentions of tourists. From May to August the mountain area became the main destination for those seeking tranquility and mild temperatures. However preserved beaches and cuisine based on seafood are reasons enough to visit all year.
Vitória
City business, the hotel has full on weekdays. But there is much to see: Big and beautiful beaches in Ilha do Boi Direita, historic buildings in the Cidade Alta and the nightlife of the area known as Triângulo das Bermudas. Near Vitória there are nice walks to do. At 14 km there is Vila Velha known for the Conference of Nossa Senhora da Penha, and for the 30 km of beaches.
Anchieta is another nearby town with crowded beaches and the sanctuary as Iriri Passos de Anchieta, visited by the faithful that run either walk the journey of 89 km from Vitoria.
Conceição da Barra / Itaúnas
The north coast of Espirito Santo is more crowded in the summer when the long beaches of Conceição da Barra are crowded with tourists. In this period the city is also the gateway to Itaúnas where groups of boys meet in the dunes up to 30 meters and concerts of forro, dominant rhythm
Parque Estadual by Pedar Azul
The Pedra do Lagarto (mountain with the shape of a reptile) joins the Pedra Azul, another large rock which, depending on the sunlight, it becomes light blue. in the park there are several species of Brazilian fauna like the monkey-please (Cebus apella), armadillos, toucans and ozelot. Even the wildlife such as orchids, bromeliads (Neoregelia carolinae), ingás (Inga sessilis) and cedar.
There are three paths: Trilha do Lagarto (480 m.), The Trilha das Piscinas (1200 m.) Where you can see nine pools carved by water, and Trilha da Pedra Azul (945 m.) Where c ' is the direct contact with the rock wall 500 m high. which gives the park its name.
Suggested routes
In 2 days staying in the capital Vitória to see the beaches and those of nearby Ilha Velha.
In 1 week begins the trip to Vitoria in its surroundings. The weekend choose between the cold of the mountains or the heat of the dunes on the northern coast of the state.
Reserve 2 weeks in a few days to relax on the sand and then go up to the Parque Estadual da Pedra Azul.
In one month in addition to understanding the major cities of the State of Espírito Santo can cross the border and explore the state of Bahia, north, or the State of Rio de Janeiro, to the south.
