Lesson 12:
Porto de Galinhas
What is the best beach in Brazil? The answer is easy, Porto de Galinhas. It isn’t only the people from Pernambuco who make this statement, but Porto de Galinhas has also been chosen nine times in a row as the best beach in the country by the largest national travelling magazine.
Handcrafts and shopping
Colourful and fun, the local handicrafts are an important attraction. At Porto de Galinhas Village, stores and kiosks sell a variety of products, including pieces from all parts of the state.
Nightlife
Porto de Galinhas indeed has the best nightlife in all South Coastline of Pernambuco! The night begins with a stroll on the village’s streets, continues in one of the many bars and restaurants in the area and ends in one of the many discos, shows or moon parties by the beach, especially during the high season. Its neighbour Maracaípe is also fun and gathers many beautiful people at Vila de Todos os Santos, a gastronomic area full of charm.
Typical cuisine
Fresh fried fish, uncooked oysters, lobster, crabs and shrimps are some of the local specialities. But the South Coast is not just about seafood. In Porto de Galinhas, the bars and restaurants live in harmony with pizza places, sushi places, international cuisine and restaurants, as well as some places specialised in tropical and energetic juice.