Attractions of Jericoacoara

One of the most impressive attractions of Jericoacoara is the night, due to the beauty of the sky. Since there is no light on the streets, and the atmosphere is very clear, the place is perfect for sky observation. If you come in the full moon period, climb a dune, and you will see a view that seems to be from another planet: dunes "lit" by the moonlight, and a silver shining sea, framed by the silhouette of the palm trees along the coast. If the night is not in the full moon period, even better: just look up, from any place away from artificial illumination. You will see the most starlit sky of your life. Shooting Stars cross the sky at every instant, while communication satellites can be seen with the naked eye. Have fun finding the constellations of the Zodiac.
Besides the beauty of the sky, Jericoacoara also has good nightlife. There are several bars, some opening earlier, before the Forró (typical dance), and others staying open till sunrise. The "Recanto do Momento" forró is the most traditional place of Jericoacoara's nightlife. It has existed since the music used to come from the batteries of an old army truck. The rule of the house was: the music goes till the battery runs flat, and those still in the place will have to push the old truck to make the engine start. Stories from the time when there were no generators. If you are the kind that likes to enjoy the nightlife until sunrise, don't miss the Bakery of Mr. Antônio Marques, an old fisherman that makes bread for some lodges, and serves nice hot bread, straight from the oven to your table, after 2:00am. He makes bread with cheese, coconut, banana, cashew nuts, or honey.
But Jericoacoara isn't only beautiful sights: don't leave without truly knowing the Village, the people and it's rhythm. Talk with the fisherman, learn with them how life can be simple. It is worth making a visit to the Church, built in stone by the natives. The tower of the church offers a splendid view of the Bay. Jericoacoara also has some special attractions, that only happen at certain times of the year: if you have the luck to visit Jericoacoara between June 15th and July 30th, don't miss the Sunset at the Arched Rock, because this is the only time of the year that the sun fits right into the arch. Another traditional date in Jericoacoara is New Year's Eve. The place gets very busy at this time of year, since a lot of people are attracted by the good mood of beginning a new year in such a beautiful place. Windsurfers also meet in Jericoacoara at the end of the year for a traditional Windsurfing Festival.

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