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Coconut Coast
A Brazilian Version Of Paradise ~ by Stan F. Gwinner
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“Coconut Coast” or Costa dos Coqueiros as it is called in Portuguese, lies
on the northeastern coast of Brazil, a few miles north of the city of Salvador,
capital of the state of Bahia. The Coconut Coast is a 125 mile stretch
of sandy beaches lined with coconut trees, sand dunes, rivers, lakes and
mangrove marshes. Its golden-sand beaches protected by reefs, and warm,
emerald color ocean waters offer an escape to paradise. The Coconut Coast
is crossed by the "Green Line Highway", which travels parallel to the coast
for 87 miles, set back approximately three miles from the shoreline to
preserve the natural environment. Environmental preservation areas
assure the controlled and balanced urban development of the region. The
region is being developed primarily as one of Brazil’s premier vacation
destinations.
The region's
attractions include: Costa do Sauípe Resort and Hotel Complex, (the
largest in Brazil, featuring four 5 star mega resorts), The Sand Dune Park
in Mangue Seco, Praia do Forte Eco-Resort (one of the best 5 star resorts
in Brazil), the Garcia D 'Ávila’s Castle National Historical Park
(built in 1551, it represents the only medieval-style construction in the
American continent), Sapiranga Nature Preserve, The Tamar Project (marine
turtle sanctuary and breeding program), Guarajuba Beach, Itacimirim Beach,
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Guarajuba
Beach, one of the region’s most beautiful places, is located approximately
30 miles south of the mega resorts in Costa do Sauípe. After a 30
minute drive from Salvador’s international airport, as you reach the vast
white sand dune sanctuary of the Coconut Coast, you will find an exit for
Guarajuba. Following the only main street leading to the public assess
beach, you will begin to understand why Guarajuba is so special…
Looking to your right you see the untouched marches going as far as the
eye can see. Turning to your left you will see a beautiful lake surrounded
by white sand beaches belonging to one of the three exclusive private communities
in Guarajuba. A half mile ahead is Guarajuba beach - a quiet, safe
and unspoiled stretch of golden sand, lined with coconut trees and protected
by reefs, forming natural pools of lukewarm ocean water. Although Guarajuba’s
mostly seasonal residents assertively protect the rustic and tranquil characteristics
of the environment, the place still offers the basic amenities such as
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is also a popular retirement destination, primarily among Brazilians and
Europeans, offering a beautiful setting with safety, tranquility and a
very low cost of living. The price of most 3 to 5 bedroom brick homes start
at around US$40,000 and go up to US$140,000 for the largest and most luxurious
beach front properties. The local infrastructure includes an international
airport, a vast network of hotels and resorts, regularly scheduled bus
service, paved assess to locations along the seashore, electrical energy,
potable water, sewerage systems, emergency medical services, private and
public security, fixed and mobile telecommunication services. For
more pictures and information, Visit the author's site.
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Stan Click Here
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