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Trindade Praia

State of Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

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Cepilio Beach, from outside, ranch, half, box and natural pool of the casing with for lunch for the beach or in the quilombo of the field. Optional of trail (40 minutes) or boat (15 reais per person one way + 15 reais the return) to arrive in the natural pool of the box

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Trindade, a small but legendary village located on the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro state, within the municipality of Paraty. Historically, this was a secluded fishing community, or 'vila de caiçaras,' largely…

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  2. 2Arrival via the Serrinha

    To understand Trindade, one must first appreciate the physical barriers that kept it isolated for so long. The 'Serrinha' is the short but intense mountain pass that connects the village to the main highway. …

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  3. 3The Village Center — A Caiçara Legacy

    Stepping into the village center, we find ourselves on the 'Rua Principal.' This is the social and commercial hub of Trindade. While it has modernized to accommodate tourism, the scale remains intimate. …

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  4. 4The Gateway to the Trails

    As we move toward the southern edge of the village, we reach the starting point for the famous trail system of Trindade. This sector is where the urban environment fully gives way to the wild. …

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  5. 5Pedra que Engole — Geology and Legend

    Following the river trail inland, we arrive at the 'Pedra que Engole' or the 'Rock that Swallows.' This is a fascinating geological formation where a small waterfall flows over a crevice between two massive granite boulders. The…

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  6. 6The Coastal Overlook

    Continuing south, the trail ascends a small hill that offers one of the most stunning overlooks in the region. From this vantage point, you can see the white surf breaking against the black rocks of the coastline. …

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  7. 7The Southern Outpost

    Our final section in this general overview brings us to the southern limits of the easily accessible village area. Here, the road ends and the true wilderness begins. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our orientation of Trindade, I hope you have felt the unique pull of this coastal sanctuary. It is a place that challenges you physically and rewards you spiritually. …

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What is Trindade Praia?

Trindade Praia 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-23.3440, -44.7118
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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