Northeast Region, Administrative region in Brazil.
The Northeast Region spreads across nine states and includes coastal strips along the Atlantic and dry inland landscapes. The area ranges from tropical beaches to wide plains where rainfall is scarce and vegetation remains low.
Portuguese settlement began here in the 1500s with sugar cane plantations and made this area the first economic center of the country. Labor on the fields brought large groups from Africa, shaping the population mix to this day.
Travelers encounter lively street festivals where drums and dances of African origin set the rhythm. In market kitchens, palm oil, fresh fish and recipes combine Portuguese, African and indigenous ingredients side by side.
Temperatures remain warm throughout the year, with coastal zones receiving heavy rain while inland areas go through long dry spells. Travelers should prepare for different conditions depending on whether they stay near the coast or venture inland.
The São Francisco River crosses the entire territory and supplies water to millions of people in areas that would otherwise suffer from extreme dryness. Along its banks, small settlements and fishing villages have grown up dependent on the river flow.
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