Things to Know About Fernando De Noronha

Fernando de Noronha, Archipelago in Brazil

      You want a vacation in Brazil? Do not miss Fernando De Noronha. The city has attractions for everyone, including Sancho beach. and the Porto de Santo Antonio Beach. 

Fernando de Noronha is an archipelago in Brazil that is a favorite of many travelers, due to its beautiful scenery. This archipelago of 21 islands is in the Atlantic Ocean, about 354 kilometers from Brazil's northeast coast.

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Of the entire island, miraculously only one is inhabited by humans. The total population is not much, only about 5,000 people. The other 20 islands are home to reptiles, seabirds, and several other endemic species.

The island is decorated with beautiful turquoise water, pearl white beaches, and dramatic rocks in the background. Many people say the scenery here is very suitable to be used as a Hollywood movie setting.

Fernando de Noronha is Brazil's hidden treasure. Not many tourists know about the existence of this beautiful island. To be able to visit Fernando de Noronha, you must take a plane from Natal or Recife.

Some beaches have restrictions on the number of tourists who can visit. It is not surprising that the local government has adopted a different approach to attracting tourists to the islands. You can easily find a calm and peaceful atmosphere at Fernando de Noronha.

Fernando de Noronha's name comes from the name of a Portuguese merchant, namely Fernão de Loronha. He managed to get the Portuguese crown for his services to the timber import sector from Brazil.

At the end of the 19th century AD, one side of the island in Fernando de Noronha was used to build a prison for ordinary criminals, high-profile political prisoners, and other criminals. The prison was recorded to have operated from 1938 to 1945.

In addition to the beautiful scenery, the island of Fernando de Noronha also has a natural environment that is important for the animals there. Because of this, UNESCO designated it a World Heritage Site in 2001.

There are several animals that are frequently seen in Fernando de Noronha. From dolphins, turtles, humpback whales, pantropical spotted dolphins, cetaceans, melon-headed whales, to albatrosses.

The presence of a wide variety of these animals makes life above and below the Fernando de Noronha archipelago very interesting to see. Many tourists who come to visit to see its beauty firsthand.

Fernando de Noronha has a beautiful history and natural charm and over time the island's amenities have grown. Resorts of various sizes and classes have begun to emerge there to accommodate the needs of tourists.

Travel costs, admission prices, and accommodation in Fernando de Noronha are more expensive than most tourist destinations in Brazil, such as Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo.

The cheapest hotel rates are around USD 170 for one night, and they could be even higher. But you don't have to worry because you won't regret coming here. Because you can do various kinds of fun activities here, while enjoying the charm of its natural beauty. You can dive in its beautiful sea, snorkel or ride a boat.