Drive to Parati

Parati - Relaxing town by the Bay

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March 8th 2007
Parati (or Paraty) is a small colonial town about 125 miles from Rio de Janeiro along Brazil's southeast coast. It is a popular destination for Brazilians to vacation. There is a historical center (Old Town) that is closed off to cars that is very charming with cobblestoned-paved streets and colonial buildings that now houses many art galleries, restaurants and shops. Definitely very relaxing. ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro » Paraty

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more