Known for artisanal fishing, rafts, natural pools, warm turquoise waters, and delicious seafood, the city is located on the northern coast of Alagoas state in the northeast region in Brazil. Maragogi is the second largest tourist center of this state and about 124 km from the capital Maceió. Due to the beauty of its beaches and to its tranquility, Maragogi is a highly sought-after destination in the region.
Tourism, the main local activity, was responsible for the structuring of the city without the loss of its original features and traditions, such as artisanal fishing as well the manufacturing of “bolinho de goma”, a local treat made with butter and coconut milk. The city was originated from a village known as Gamela, which was renamed Isabel in 1887, in reference to the princess Isabel who signed the decree which resulted in the abolition of slavery. Five years later, it received its current name inherited from the main river that running through the region.
In the city of Maragogi, the natural spaces filled with palm trees stand out, such as the Barra Grande, Peroba, São Bento and Burgalhau beaches. The calm sea of these beaches, turquoise in color, is ideal for contemplative diving, especially in the natural pools formed by coral reefs. The busiest beach of the city is Praia Central, which is part of the “Costa dos Corais” environmental protection area. From there, vessels which have as destination the “Galés”, coral reefs with natural aquariums that gather fish, crustaceans and corals of varied species, ideal for observation with the use of a snorkel, depart.
The fine sands and the calm and clear waters encourage the leisure and rest of families and groups. The hotel chain includes numerous inns and the only two resorts in the State outside the capital. In these locations, guests are close to the sea and may have their meals by the beach and enjoy a drink or coconut water at sunset while looking at the sea. An unmissable destination!
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