Rio Grande do Norte Essentials

Rio Grande do Norte features a diverse landscape of towering sand dunes, red cliffs, and the world’s largest cashew tree. The state capital, Natal, is home to the 16th-century star-shaped Forte dos Reis Magos and the modern Arena das Dunas stadium. Beyond the urban center, the region includes the 56-meter-tall Santa Rita de Cássia religious monument in Santa Cruz, the ecological sanctuary of Pipa Beach, and the expansive pink dunes of Rosado.

Mirante Estátua Santa Rita de Cássia

This viewpoint features a 56-meter-tall statue of Saint Rita of Cascia, one of the largest religious monuments in the world. Located in Santa Cruz, the site offers panoramic views of the surrounding sertão landscape.

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Pipa Beach

Pipa Beach is one of the most famous beaches of Brazil. Located next to city of Natal, the capital city of state of Rio Grande do Norte.

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Fortress of Three Wise Men

The Forte dos Reis Magos or Fortaleza dos Reis Magos is a fortress located in the city of Natal in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do…

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World's Largest Cashew Tree

The Cashew of Pirangi, also called the world's largest cashew tree, is a cashew tree in Pirangi do Norte, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

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Ponta Negra

Ponta Negra is a beach and neighborhood located in the Brazilian city of Natal, the capital of the state of Rio Grande do Norte.

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Genipabu Beach

Genipabu is a beach with a complex of dunes, a lagoon and an environmental protection area located close to Natal, one of the most famous…

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Chapadão

A massive plateau of red sedimentary cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It serves as a natural observation deck for viewing the coastline of Pipa, specifically Praia do Amor and Praia das Minas.

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Dunes Arena

The Arena das Dunas is a football stadium in Natal, Brazil. It has a capacity of 31,375 spectators, and was designed by sports architect…

Morro do Careca

A 120-meter-high sand dune located at the southern end of Ponta Negra Beach. This iconic landmark is framed by Atlantic Forest vegetation; climbing the dune is prohibited to prevent erosion and preserve the site.

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Newton Navarro Bridge

The Newton Navarro Bridge, is one of the biggest cable-stayed bridges in Brazil.

Praia do Madeiro

A bay sheltered by high cliffs and tropical vegetation, accessible via steep wooden stairs. The beach is a frequent spot for observing wild dolphins and is a primary location for surfing lessons due to its gentle waves.

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Alberto Maranhão Theatre

The Alberto Maranhão Theatre is a theatre located in the city of Natal, state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

Metropolitan Cathedral

The Our Lady of the Presentation Cathedral Also Natal Cathedral It is a religious building of the Catholic Church dedicated to Our Lady of…

Dunas do Rosado

An expansive field of sand dunes characterized by a unique pinkish hue derived from local sediment. Located in Porto do Mangue, it is one of the largest mobile dune parks in Brazil.