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Welcome To BRAZIL via SFPNN
Vicarious Travels
Brazil,
The Northeast |
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Brazil has some of the most unique climates found in the world, with the
desert and ocean tropics existing side by side. |
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A Mango grove graces the roadside of this typical Northeastern territory
of Brazil. Mangos and Cashews are some of Brazil's most prolific
cash crops.
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The People of Brazil are closely tied to the land and ocean. There
is a sense of connection to the earth, her people, and God unlike anything
I've experienced. |
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Although the water is contaminated in many parts of Brazil, her people
easily adapt by drinking fresh coconut juice. At beach side
vending stands, fresh cold coconuts are sold as frequently as bottled
water and soda. |
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These children were fascinated by the "Americanos"
and Europeans gathered at a local restaurant in this remote vacation spot
popular among Brazilians. Many restaurants are located within
private homes, especially in smaller villages. |
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A bull walking down Main Street would cause quite a ruckus
in the United States, but not so in Brazil. Animals are a part of
everyday life here. Mom and Baby Bull soon followed "Papa" to
the local waterhole before returning to their home - unescorted. |
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| Cumbuco,
Brazil |
The Ocean plays an equally important role in survival, especially among
the fishermen of Brazil. |
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In the United
States we think of life on modern fishing or shrimping boats as
"roughing it" but you ain't seen nothin' until you've seen how
fishers make their living in Brazil. Two - three men board a boat
about the size of a surfboard with a big fish basket and head out onto the
waters of the Atlantic! To dock the boat, they roll logs under
its base and alternate them to carry their fishing boat a safe enough
distance onto the shore. |
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Think of the most exotic beach
possible and multiply it by ten and you might come close to the magic of
Cumbuco. Her sand dunes reach well over eight stories
tall in some places and the cobblestone streets are continually dusted
with the blowing sand as palm trees bend and sway in the Atlantic
breezes. Many of the locals enjoy taking dune-buggy rides over this
constantly changing terrain but it is highly recommended that tourists
hire a guide if they plan to partake in this activity. |
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Unlike the densely populated
beaches of the United States, Cumbuco offers miles of uninterrupted
shoreline where local residents enjoy leisurely strolls and horseback
riding. |
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| Fortaleza,
Brazil |
Natural beauty can be found in
many of Brazil's coastal cities, along with some great open air craft and
flea markets! |
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In addition to agriculture and fishing, Brazil's economy relies on the
shipping industry. It's also one of the best places in the world to
buy fine quality leather shoes and handbags. |
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Simple
agriculture and dependency upon the land and livestock coexist with modern
technology. We found a donkey walking under a McDonald's billboard in
downtown Fortaleza to be quite humorous. |
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A typical "suburb" in Forrtaleza, Brazil. Many homes south
of the equator are "open air" meaning they do not
have windows or screens. This allows the ocean breezes to cool and
ventilate the homes without the expense of air conditioning. The red
tile roof-tops also allow for better ventilation and temperature control. |
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The statue of Iracema beckons
lovers to the sea. |
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Fortaleza combines the best of
modern living and simple ocean side dwelling, with many beaches, a
boardwalk and other conveniences. It's a great place to visit and
one of the few cities I've ever felt like I could spend the rest of my
life in. |
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