Rio Formoso, Administrative division in Pernambuco, Brazil.
Description
Rio Formoso is an administrative division in Pernambuco, Brazil, spanning tropical forests, coastal areas, and agricultural regions. The landscape combines forest cover, fishing grounds, and farming land within a compact territory.
History
The region developed over centuries as a center of sugarcane and coconut farming in Pernambuco state. Agricultural production shaped the settlement patterns and remains central to the local economy today.
Culture
Local residents celebrate festivals throughout the year featuring regional music, dance, and food specialties from Pernambuco. These celebrations connect people to their roots in agriculture and coastal traditions.
Practical
The municipality is most easily reached by road from Recife, the state capital, with travel passing through varied landscapes. Visitors should expect tropical climate conditions and varying road quality during their journey.
Did you know?
A large biological reserve protecting native species and supporting environmental research lies within the region. This reserve attracts nature observers and conservationists interested in tropical ecosystems.
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Porto de Galinhas beach
24.3 km
Ricardo Brennand Institute
69.5 km
Praia dos Carneiros
8.3 km
Arena Cidade da Copa
70.9 km
Oficina Brennand
70.6 km
Instituto Ricardo Brennand
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Parque Dona Lindu
64.1 km
Praia de Maracaípe
22.5 km
Praia de Calhetas
42.1 km
Church of Our Lady of Joy
61.8 km
Gaibu beach
45.6 km
Jardim Botânico do Recife
68.2 km
Praia do Pina
69.9 km
Forte de Santo Inácio de Tamandaré
12.4 km
Fort Pontael
40.9 km
Costa dos Corais Environmental Protection Area
64.7 km
Saltinho Biological Reserve
7.7 km
Bita e Utinga Ecological Station
34.1 km
Phare de Santo Agostinho
41.3 km
Ponte Estaiada da Via Mangue
70.3 km
UCI Kinoplex Recife Shopping
66.6 km
UCI Kinoplex DeLux Recife
66.2 km
Cinemark RioMar Shopping Recife
69.9 km
Forte de Tamandaré Municipal Nature Park
12.3 km
Praia do Camacho
40.4 km
Museu do Una
25.5 km
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