Bertioga - Natureza e História

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No coração do litoral do Estado de São Paulo encontra-se Bertioga. Estância Balneária que reserva a moradores e turistas, uma experiência sem igual quando o assunto é natureza e história. Confira o vídeo. IN THE HEART of São Paulo´s coastline, you will find Bertioga, a seaside resort which holds to tourists and residents, an exceptionally experience when it comes to nature and history. With more than 90% of its territory in permanent preservation, Bertioga is just 118 km from São Paulo, the city which will be hosting the soccer World Cup in 2014. This is the right destiny for those whose want to know the value of caiçara culture, characteristic key of Brazilian history. Visit Bertioga, one of the most charming cities in Brazilian coast. HISTORY AND CULTURE Bertioga is home of the first documented fort construction in Brazil. Built in 1532, the Fort São João is an ideal place to learning, evolving children and adults in a pleasure visit, which culminates with a beautiful view of Bertioga Canal. The Itatinga Village is another Bertioga historical heritage, which is also part of Brazilian history. As an authentic English village, built in 1910, the place hosts the first hydroelectric dam in the country that until our days, helps to give energy to Porto de Santos, the biggest one of Latin America. The visits must be always scheduled. SILVEIRA RIVER´S NATIVE INDIAN VILLAGE On the border between Bertioga e São Sebastião, we can find a living record of Brazilian history. There´s a Guarani village, that house about 400 native Indians. Located at Boracéia Beach, the families grown palm and ornamental plants, produce crafts and keep shinning the knowledge of their culture, promoting dances, music and typical culinary. The village receives organized visits. NATIVE INDIAN CULTURE The Native Indian Culture Festival is one of the most important in Brazil. It promotes a unique experience between different ethnic groups and with visitants, in an integration and promotion of cultural manifestations. The event, which counts with exhibition of indigenous handicrafts, sporting and artistic performances from the Indian groups, has as an objective to discuss issues about Indians, ecology and social and cultural backgrounds. The Festival happens in april every year. BEACH TO ALL TASTES Certified as a Green and Blue City, Bertioga keeps their beaches in a high standard quality. There are 33 km of seasideWith nice and calm water, it´s ideal for swimming and turism. ENSEADA BEACH -- in the commercial city center, this beach was the first one to receive a new urban project from the renowned architect Ruy Ohtake. CANTÃO DO INDAIÁ -- it´s located in the end of Enseada Beach. With nice and calm water, it´s ideal for swimming. This beach has been chosen by sailors as an excellent place to practice nautical sports. SÃO LOURENÇO BEACH -- it´s a to find place beautiful people and fun. It´s mix the traditional of neighborhood São Lourenço and the modernity of Riviera de São Lourenço. ITAGUARÉ BEACH -- it´s a 3 km long beach, yet untouchable. This is the paradise for surfers and nature lovers, fully preserved by law with the creation of the State Park of Restinga Bertioga. GUARATUBA BEACH -- between Itaguaré River and Guaratuba River, there´s an open sea with its crystal water, which creates a beautiful scenery for families recreation. BORACÉIA BEACH -- with nearly 5 km of fine sand it´s perfect for beach sports, besides there´s several restaurants around it. BERTIOGA RIVERS Bertioga watershed is one of the biggest on our seaside and it´s divided into three main rivers: Itapanhaú, Itaguaré , Guaratuba besides Itatinga River and Jaguareguava which flows into Itapanhaú itself. A great tour for those who enjoy nature or amateur fishing. NATURE AND SPORTS For those who dream to conquer the rich Brazilian forest, the city offers a "wall" of Atlantic Forest - preserved and full of surprises. The expeditions are organized by city travel agencies and you will be accompanied by a authorized monitor. Water sports are also an excellent entertainment option. Sport fishing, sailing, canoeing, and many other tours and adventures can be enjoyed in the city. GASTRONOMY When it comes to flavors, Bertioga is, undoubtedly, a "full plate". Here, the caiçara cuisine is present from the simplest dishes, in an executive lunch, until the over bigger food festivals, such as the" Mullet Festival "and the" Shrimp Festival". In these events, our cuisine becomes a link between past and present, tradition and contemporaneity, a celebration to the livelihood of caiçara community.