Explore the Amazon jungle and uncover the mysteries of Manaus, the metropolis surrounded by natural paradise.
Manaus, the capital of the state of Amazonas, is one of the main Brazilian cities, a metropolis in the middle of the Amazon. The city, located in the cradle of the riches of the largest tropical forest in the world, is an ideal destination for visitors looking to be in contact with nature, with the typical gastronomy and cultural manifestations of the region.
Fun facts
Manaus has the largest floating port in the world.
The Adolpho Ducke Botanical Garden is considered one of the largest fragments of preserved forest within an urban area in the world.
The city takes its name due to the influence of the indigenous people originally from the region, the Manaós.
The Amazon jungle in its synthesis.
Bathed by the largest river in the world, the Amazon River, the city offers several options of freshwater beaches. Ponta Negra Beach, a meeting point for visitors and residents, is the most famous sports and leisure complex in the region. Its natural beauty is a stage for adventurers and families.
Manaus is also known for the famous natural phenomenon, the Meeting of the Waters, which happens when the Rio Negro meets the Rio Solimões. The large, differentiated aesthetic range formed by the color of the waters is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have.
Nearby destinations offer several accommodation options in the middle of the forest, such as ecolodges, which offer immersive and silent luxury experiences in the forest, combining incredible accommodation with experiences in nature.
In Manaus, you can also embark on river cruises that sail along the majestic Amazon rivers. Observe the wealth of stunning scenery, with dense forest edges, treetops full of colorful birds and discover charming riverside communities.
Activities in rivers and forests.
Take boat trips along the region’s rivers and learn more about all its natural wealth and endemic fauna, such as the pink dolphin, one of the animal symbols of the Brazilian Amazon.
For those who enjoy adventure activities, the experience of climbing the imposing trees of the Amazon allows an unparalleled perspective of the forest – as if from a bird’s eye view. The activity, which can be carried out in the metropolitan region of Manaus, provides a unique interaction with nature.
Architecture, culture, and gastronomy of the forest capital.
The architecture of Manaus, influenced by the colonial period and Brazilian urbanization in the Rubber Cycle, is a great attraction in the city. Praça Largo de São Sebastião is a space that concentrates experiences in the center of Manaus, a region where you can also find other important attractions for the city, such as the Church of São Sebastião and the Teatro Amazonas, a space that is a national reference for the culture of Brazil, which stands out for its grandeur with art galleries with more than 30 thousand pieces of ceramics, as well as local crafts stores, strongly influenced by the heritage of the region’s indigenous peoples.
At the Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market, listed as a Brazilian heritage site and one of the icons that connect the visitor to the history of the formation of the Manaus population, in addition to art, it is possible to find local gastronomy, with typical food from the region, such as Amazonian fish (tambaqui, tucunaré and pirarucu) or forest fruits (such as cupuaçu, açaí and graviola).
Indigenous peoples and preservation of the Amazon root
The indigenous influence on the culture and formation of the city is notable. From crafts to local rhythms. Indigenous people play an essential role in preserving the forest in which the city is located, fulfilling a vital function for the planet. Located an hour and a half from Manaus, the Tumbira Community serves as an example. Located in the Rio Negro Sustainable Development Reserve, it is known for being a model of how good management and execution of projects led by the region’s indigenous people can generate positive results in environmental preservation, benefiting its residents in various areas. The community receives visits from tourists who want to enjoy the forest and learn about its preservation techniques.
Discover the heart of the Amazon and live sustainable experiences rich in forest culture.
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O Aeroporto Internacional Eduardo Gomes
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