Lençóis Maranhenses National Park
Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses · 마라냥주
National park in northeastern Brazil, known for its rolling dunes and fresh water lagoons
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Lençóis Maranhenses National Park2:34
Welcome to Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, an otherworldly landscape in northeastern Brazil that defies traditional geography. Stretching across 156,000 hectares, this park is the largest dune field in the country, but it is…
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The Lagoa Bonita circuit is one of the most iconic experiences in the park, offering a staggering introduction to the scale of the Lençóis. Starting from Barreirinhas, the journey involves a rugged 4x4 ride through rivers and…
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The Lagoa Azul circuit is the most popular and accessible route from Barreirinhas, serving as a quintessential introduction to the park's wonders. This circuit typically visits several lagoons, including Lagoa da Preguiça, Lagoa…
Listen in the app4The Pininga and the Paleomangue — Hidden Histories2:10
Deep within the dune fields, we encounter the biological and geological mysteries of the Lençóis, specifically the endangered Pininga turtle and the haunting 'paleomangues.' The Pininga is the symbolic animal of the park—a small…
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Atins is the 'raw and authentic' gateway to the Lençóis Maranhenses, a small fishing village located where the Rio Preguiças meets the Atlantic Ocean. Unlike the busier Barreirinhas, Atins has no asphalt roads—only sand paths…
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For those who choose to 'make the crossing' of the park on foot, the Oasis of Baixa Grande is a vital and magical destination. Located deep in the heart of the dune field, this oasis is a 'green island' of vegetation that…
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Queimada dos Britos is the largest oasis in Lençóis Maranhenses and a site of profound cultural and ecological significance. Home to about seventeen families, this community was founded by pioneers who fled famine and drought in…
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Our journey through Lençóis Maranhenses National Park concludes here, amidst the shifting dunes and ephemeral lagoons that make this place a 'world unnatural.' We have stood on the heights of Lagoa Bonita, marveled at the…
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What is Lençóis Maranhenses National Park?
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a place in 마라냥주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 마라냥주 |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 17 min 34 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -2.4858, -43.1283 |
| Last updated |