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Parati
Parati was declared Historical Heritage in 1958 and it still maintains one of the most harmonious architectonic complexes in the country. The colonial houses maintain the characteristics of the city’s foundation in the 16th Century. And its streets – made of stone – call the attention of those who come from abroad. Most of these streets have two names, one official and the other popular. The main attractions are in the Historical Center, which covers practically the entire city, and which offers several places that are open for visitation, such as the old jail, a fort, museums, houses with arts and crafts, and churches.
Parati was an important commercial center during the colonial period. In the 18th Century, its port was used to embark the gold brought from Minas Gerais over the old Gold Trail to the States of Rio de Janeiro. The following century, it served to export the coffee produced in the Paraíba Valley, located in the States of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
The port lost importance with the laying of the railroad between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro at the end of the 19th Century, and the city went through a period when it was forgotten. Parati’s beauty was only rediscovered after the opening of new roads during the 1970s, and it became an internationally famous tourist point, offering good inns and excellent restaurants to its visitors.
Parati is located in a bay with crystal clear, blue water. It also has many beaches – some of which are still without any urbanization, and fishing villages. For the more adventurous, there are boat excursions and excellent sites for diving at nearby islands.
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- Basic information
- Climate:
Parati’s climate is hot and humid, with an average annual temperature of 27ºC.
- Events
- Carnival
In Parati, the merrymakers enjoy the party in Masked Blocks and with mud.
The Pinga Festival
This is held every third weekend during the month of August. It has local cachaça (typical Brazilian sugar cane rum) tasting, music shows and stands with typical regional foods.
Party of the Divine
This is a tradition brought over from the Azores and Madeira during the 18th Century. The party is celebrated for ten days. There are processions and typical dances. It is always held 40 days after Easter – following the rituals of the Catholic Church;
International Literary Party
This is held every July. It gathers national and international authors of every genre for the release and dissemination of new publications, and the re-edition of great successes. There are also debates and lectures about the theme. - City facts
- Parati
State: Rio de Janeiro
Region: Southeast
Population: 29,544 inhabitants
Area Code: (24)
Distances
Rio de Janeiro: 260 km
São Paulo: 310 km
Brasília: 1390 km
- Accommodation / Restaurants
- There are inns for every taste in Parati – very refined, simple, downtown, on the coast, away from town, near the river... The prices vary according to what the tourist is seeking.
In the gastronomy area, the region’s specialty is the famous Casadinho Shrimp, a typical dish of the local population. But it is difficult to find between February and May – the shrimp reproduction period - when fishing is prohibited.
Learn more information about the city’s lodging and restaurants by visiting:
http://www.riodejaneiro-turismo.com.br/pt/
http://www.paraty.com/home.htm
http://www.paraty.com.br/
http://www.visiteparaty.com/comer.htm
http://www2.uol.com.br/paraty/restaurantes.htm
http://www.paratyvirtual.hpg.ig.com.br/
- How to get there
- By Air: the city’s runway can only handle helicopters and small aircrafts. The Antonio Carlos Jobim Airport (RJ) is the nearest for domestic and international flights. After arriving there, it is possible to get to Parati on small aircrafts or by highway.
By Highway: Parati is located along BR-101, which connects the cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The tourist also has the option of hiring a transfer from Parati, which can pick you up and take you to the airport, rent a car, or use the common bus lines. - Services
- Tourist Information Center: +55 (24) 3371-7622
Antônio Carlos Jobim - Galeão International Airport in Rio de Janeiro:
+55 (21) 3398-4527 / 3398-4526 / 2288-2155
Bus Station: +55 (24) 3371-1224
Bank Agencies
Parati has very few bank agencies – Banco do Brasil, Banerj and Bradesco. But most establishments accept credit cards.
Related Links
http://www.riodejaneiro-turismo.com.br/pt/
http://www.paraty.com/home.htm
http://www.paraty.com.br/
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- Historical Center
The attractions are spread all over the city and should be seen on foot, since the main streets are closed to vehicle traffic in the Historical Center. The tour can begin with a visit to the outside of the old City Hall, built in the 19th Century. The Jail House – or simply the Patitiba Barracks -, built in the 18th Century is home to the library and the art museum. There is also the Culture House, from 1754, which has arts and crafts shops, a bookstore, space for holding events and an exhibit that tells the history of the city.
The main churches are: the Mother Church of Our Lady of Remédios, from 1873, and adorned in neo-Classic style; the Church of Saint Rita dos Pardos Libertos, built in 1722, a postcard to the city and home to the Museum of Sacred Art; Our Lady of Pain, with its internal terraces made of laced work wood; and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict, which were raised by slave labor in 1725.
Parati Bay
This is one of the most beautiful locations along the Brazilian coastline. It belongs to the Grande Island bay and has calm, clear waters. These characteristics make the location an ideal destination for excursions and for water sports – such as diving and sailing.
Diving
With its calm, clear waters, Parati can be considered the capital of Brazilian diving. Since it is a “bay within the bay of Grande Island”, it is rarely necessary to suspend any trip to sea due to bad weather. Several diving operators work in the region, and Parati is the favorite place for baptizing first time divers. It is easy to rent clothes and equipment, get a boat, and even take a complete diving course. The most indicated locations for diving are the Catimbau, dos Ganchos, Comprida, dos Ratos, Meros and do Algodão Islands; and among the best beaches, there is the Praia Grande da Deserta.
Marinas
Parati is a privileged port for the water tourist. It has an ample marina structure and all necessary nautical services for your comfort and safety. Its islands and beaches are veritable invitations to navigation.
Shopping
Cachaça
There are more than 300 brands of cachaça from several parts of Brazil, including the seven produced in the Parati mills.
Cachaça Emporium
Liqueurs, domestic and imported cigars, pipes, tobacco, cassava flour, molasses. R. Dr. Samuel Costa, 145 (Historical Center), Phone: 24-33716329, 10AM/11PM. Cachaças from Parati and other national brands: Porto da Pinga, Rua da Matriz (Historical Center), 10AM/12Noon, 2PM/11PM. Phone 24-33711310.
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