Ilha do Mel, Protected island in Paranaguá Bay, Brazil
The island stretches across 28 square kilometers with coastal areas featuring multiple sandy beaches and dense Atlantic Forest covering its interior sections.
The Fortress Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres, constructed in 1769, stands on Whale Hill with walls measuring 1.5 meters in thickness to defend against maritime invasions.
Local inhabitants maintain traditional fishing practices while adapting to ecotourism requirements established by environmental protection regulations since 1982.
Visitors reach the island via 30-minute boat rides from Pontal do Sul or 90-minute journeys from Paranaguá, with daily access limited to 5000 people.
The Gruta das Encantadas cave formation displays distinct geological layers created through natural erosion processes over millions of years.
Location: Paranaguá
Elevation above the sea: 20 m
GPS coordinates: -25.51167,-48.33889
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:39
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