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Angra Dos Reis

State of Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

8 story sections

When we arrive at Angra dos Reis, we go straight to the harbour to take a schooner boat trip through the archipelago of Ilha Grande.

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  1. 1Angra dos Reis

    Welcome to Angra dos Reis, a name that translates to 'King's Cove,' discovered by Portuguese explorers on the day of the Epiphany in 1502. You are standing on one of the most picturesque stretches of the Brazilian coastline, the…

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  2. 2Praia de Avizcaya — The Gateway

    Our journey begins at Praia de Avizcaya, a charming and tranquil beach located on the Ponta Leste peninsula. This 500-meter stretch of sand is a perfect starting point for understanding the 'Angra lifestyle.' Unlike the more…

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  3. 3Ilha de Cataguas — The Cinema Landscape

    A short boat ride from the coast brings us to Ilha de Cataguas, often described as a 'movie set' due to its breathtaking, near-perfect beauty. The island is characterized by two small hills covered in vibrant greenery, connected…

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  4. 4Lagoa Azul — The Natural Aquarium

    We now move toward Ilha Grande to visit the legendary Lagoa Azul, or Blue Lagoon. This is not a lagoon in the traditional sense, but a shallow, sheltered area between several small islets where the water takes on a brilliant,…

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  5. 5Freguesia de Santana — History in the Jungle

    Our next stop on Ilha Grande is Freguesia de Santana, a place where history and nature are inextricably linked. This quiet bay was once the most important center of Ilha Grande, home to large farms that produced coffee, sugar,…

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  6. 6Praia do Dentista — The Emerald Jewel

    We journey now to the Ilha da Gipóia to visit Praia do Dentista, also known as Jurubaíba. This beach is arguably the most beautiful and sophisticated in the Angra bay. …

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  7. 7Ilhas Botinas — The Twin Sentinels

    Our final maritime stop is the Ilhas Botinas, two small, rocky islets that are often considered the postcard of Angra dos Reis. These 'twin islands' are essentially two large formations of granite emerging from the sea,…

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  8. 8Angra dos Reis

    As our tour of Angra dos Reis comes to a close, take a final look toward the horizon where the emerald sea meets the forest-clad islands. You have experienced a destination that is unique in the world, a maritime labyrinth of 365…

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What is Angra Dos Reis?

Angra Dos Reis is a place in State of Rio de Janeiro · Brazil with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationState of Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
TypeNature
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-23.0067, -44.3146
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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