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Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses · 마라냥주

8 story sections17 min 34 s in all

National park in northeastern Brazil, known for its rolling dunes and fresh water lagoons

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  1. 1Lençóis 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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  2. 2Lagoa Bonita Circuit — The Grand Vista2:16

    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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  3. 3Lagoa Azul Circuit — The Heart of the Park2:06

    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…

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  4. 4The 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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  5. 5Atins and Rio Preguiças — The Coastal Gateway2:08

    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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  6. 6Oasis of Baixa Grande — The Trekker’s Dream2:08

    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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  7. 7Queimada dos Britos — A Legacy in the Sand2:16

    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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  8. 8Lençóis Maranhenses National Park1:56

    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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Key facts
Location마라냥주
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Total length17 min 34 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-2.4858, -43.1283
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