Caruaru
Caruaru is a municipality in the state of Pernambuco. Most populous city in the state, is located in the region of the Wasteland and due to its regional importance, is also known to its inhabitants as the Capital Wasteland and the Princess of the Wasteland.
Caruaru currently stands as the most important Brazilian "agreste" economic center, healthcare, academic, cultural and rural tourism. It is also famous for its traditional street fair (11983), the composer praised in verses Onildo Almeida and for the voice of the eternal "Rei do Baião (Brazilian popular dance)" singer Luiz Gonzaga. The city hosts one of the most important trading posts in the Northeast and Alto do Moura is the largest center of Figurative Arts in Latin America, a title awarded by UNESCO in recognition of a story begun in the 40s of last century, through its most illustrious son, Vitalino Pereira dos Santos, Master Vitalino (11820), ceramist who made history by creating clay figurines, art perpetuated among his family and the many disciples, represented by generations of artisans, living in the famous village. The house where the most famous potter of Brazil Northeast lived is now the Mestre Vitalino Museum, in Alto do Moura. Alto do Moura comprises more than 200 artisans who are dedicated to the art of pottery. In Alto, the houses are transformed into real studios, where visitors are served by the craftsman himself. Also known as the capital of "forró" (a popular brazilian dance mostly practiced in the Northeast), Caruaru dispute the title of Brazil's largest Saint John Saint John's festivals (Sao João) together with Recife and Campina Grande. The celebrations begin until one month before the official date. For some years there was a train departing from Recife toward Caruaru, full of passengers who were dancing "forró" all the way (the banks were removed) in recent years, the destination of the route was changed to the town of Saint Augustine Cape. Thousands of tourists visit Caruaru during the June festivities, and there are dozens of surprises. Among them is the Museum of Forró (one of several museums in Caruaru), where you can find albums, photos, instruments, costumes and typical St. John´s festival´s recipes. Another is the Luiz Gonzaga fairground, Town of Forró, with rustic cottages furnished in the style of rural people. During the months of June and July festivities, hundreds of stalls are installed around the main plazas, selling artifacts of Saint John and typical food. Currently, the electric trios also dominate night bonfire of Caruaru, in addition to many folkloric presentations, competitions and characterization of "quadrilhas" dance groups.
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| Festa Junina São João de Caruaru (festival) - CARUARU - SAINT JOHN THE BEST OF BRAZILCaruaru could not be different, the party in the city of Pernambuco has a duration of 30 days. In June, the whole town turns into a huge camp, filled with colorful banners in honor of St. JohnTo ensure the foot-dragging, the city assembled in the Park Event, a place called Jerk Vila Forró. This is where most events happen at the sound of accordion, bass drum and triangle, giving rhythm to forró, ... Address: Caruaru PE Distance: 0.00km from the Caruaru | |
| Caruarú Fair (market) - Originated in the formation of the city, Caruaru Fair Park is installed on May 18, which has 40,000 m2 and is divided into three main segments: the Craft Fair, the Sulanca Fair and Free Fair.One of the largest outdoor fairs in the world, the tourist is fascinated with such diversity, with mass demonstrations and the exquisite cuisine.Handicrafts FairThe Craft Fair is one that calls the attention of the visitor. It is there that focus o... Address: Feira de Caruaru Caruaru - PE Distance: 8.34km from the Caruaru |  |
| Folia do Papangu (festival) - Thousands of anonymous revelers hidden under masks and bodies covered by sheets and colorful costumes on Sunday held a tradition that has lasted nearly a century in the Pernambuco: Pagangu Carnival, a traditional folk event of the city of Bezerros.At the party, anonymity is the reason for the revelry. The residents are fun to play all day without being recognized. For this reason, many even use gloves to avoid exposure of a piece of ski... Address: Bezerros - PE Distance: 21.36km from the Caruaru |  |
| A Paixão de Cristo em Nova Jerusalém (theater) - Within the monumental walls of New Jerusalem, the Mother of God Heath, the Company Theatre in New Farm (STFN) prepares for holding the 44th season of the Passion of Christ. The best known passage in the history of humanity has become, more than four decades, one of the biggest theatrical events of Brazil. With 100 thousand square meters, the city-theater piece conceived and built by Pliny Pacheco, is 180 km away from Recife.The largest ... Address: Brejo da Madre de Deus - PE Distance: 46.37km from the Caruaru | |
| Ipojuca (sightseeing) - Pojuca is a municipality in the state of Pernambuco, formed by the district headquarters, districts Camela, O Our Lady of the villages and beaches of Porto de Galinhas, Muro Alto, Cupe Maracaípe Serrambi, Touquinho, Suape and their mills.The colonization of Ipojuca began in 1560, after the expulsion of Caetés Indians and other tribes of the south coast of Pernambuco. From there, the settlers could migrate to the fertile land and rich ... Address: Ipojuca - PE Distance: 101.11km from the Caruaru | |
| Encontro dos Maracatus (festival) - Nazare da Mata is known as the land of Maracatus. It is not just a dance, a play of the less affluent, but a tradition passed from father to son on the steps, the colors run through an acculturation of the ancient history of the region.
During Carnival, it's time the people of Nazareth Forest show its best: the colorful, the animation, the brightness and the beauty of their maracatus as Piaba Gold, Gold Star, and the oldest... Address: Nazaré da Mata - PE Distance: 101.49km from the Caruaru | |
| Enseada dos Corais Beach (beach) -
The name means "Corals Cove". The beach is protected by the reefs; the waves are small, and natural pools are common. Several condos have been built around this area; the beach becomes busy in weekends and holidays. Distance from Recife: 47 km.
The beaches of Enseada dos Corais, Gaibu,(10043) Calhetas 10039 and Paraíso 10724 belong to the municipality of Cabo do Santo Agostinho.
... Address: Cabo de Santo Agostinho - Pernambuco Distance: 103.44km from the Caruaru |  |
| Cabo de Santo Agostinho (activity) -
Full of ecological reserves and wetlands, Cape St. Augustine has some of the most celebrated beaches in the country, such as Gaibu, Calhetas and Paradise. There are many options for those seeking water activities or simply looking to just relax on the sunny beaches. During the summer, hotels and hostels receive many tourists from all around the world, making this a fairly busy tourist destination, and a great over place to visit.
... Address: Cabo de Santo Agostinho - PE Distance: 103.45km from the Caruaru |  |
| Paiva Beach (beach) -
Clean and well kept, the beach Paiva is in a condo that blocks the entry of buses. The full length, bordered by a beautiful palm grove, alternate in the open sea with strong waves and natural pools of warm water, bringing surfers and swimmers. Access is walk through the Atlantic Forest. There kiosks on the beach, located in the municipality of Cabo de Santo Agostinho.
Location: Between Itapuama and Pedra do Xaréu 10042
... Address: Cabo de Santo Agostinho - PE Distance: 103.45km from the Caruaru | |
| Camboa Beach (beach) -
This famous postcard picture from the South Coast of Pernambuco is of Camboa Beach. With it's heavenly setting, featuring white sands, clear waters and a magnificent coconut grove, the place enchants locals, and tourists alike.
Located north of Porto de Galinhas, roughly 49 km from downtown Recife, and between Suape Beach and Muro Alto Beach, the region is ideal for those seeking tranquility, and close contact... Address: Porto de Suape Estr. Tdr Sul - Ipojuca - PE Distance: 107.04km from the Caruaru |  |
| Parque Histórico Nacional de Jaboatão dos Guararapes (park) - Jaboatão saves in its history the Dutch resistance against the boss battles during the years 1648 and 1649, in Montes Guararapes - the cradle of Brazilian nationality - today, the National Park of Montes Guararapes - and the marks of his victory with the expulsion of invaders. For hosting the main battles against the Dutch in the then province of Pernambuco, the city proclaims itself as the cradle of the motherland.Jaboatão Guararapes... Address: Jaboatão dos Guararapes - PE Distance: 107.31km from the Caruaru |  |
Restaurants near to Caruaru
Marisqueira is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 111.74km from Caruaru and can be found at Av. Ministro Marcos Freire, 521
Itapoã is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 112.11km from Caruaru and can be found at Av. Ministro Marcos Freire, 897
Stillus is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 112.13km from Caruaru and can be found at Av. Marcos Freire, 1571
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