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Municipality in Ceará, Brazil
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The state´s biggest economy outside the capital, the heat of this city keeps most tourists away. It could, however, be a nice off-the beaten-track stopover on your way to Jericoacoara. Bring repellent, as mosquitos are plentiful, although not really annoying.
It´s really a snack bar, but turns into quite a party on weekends.
Warm up venue.
Forró the rustic way.
Where the rich kids go to dance.
Bright and clean.
Easily accessible by bus from Fortaleza (several companies, every hour, 4 hours journey), or, in the other direction, Teresina.
Read in the guideMostly walkable, or mototaxis take you virtually anywhere within the city for R$ 3-4.
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