Recife
Recife is the capital of the Brazilian
state of Pernambuco. It is known for its beautiful urban beaches, the best known is the Boa Viagem Beach but there are also other famous such as Candeias Beach, Piedade Beach and Pina Beach. Recife is sitting where three rivers join the Atlantic Ocean, it is known as the Venice of Brazil. Recife was the main export centre of sugarcane, with the profit from exports some beautiful baroque churches were built. The Franciscan Convent and Church of Santo António, with its golden chapel, is considered by many the most beautiful church in Brazil. The Cathedral of São Pedro dos Clérigos was based in Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome. Do not miss the State Museum and the Buildings of Marco Zero Square in the old town. The carnival in Recife is a great experience. You can easily visit the neighbor smaller cities of Olinda which has its historical centre considered World Heritage Site by UNESCO and also Jaboatão dos Guararapes. Hotels in Recife
What to visit in Recife: Boa Viagem Beach; Cathedral of São Pedro dos Clérigos; Candeias Beach; Piedade Beach; Crystal Tower; Capibaribe River; Agamenon Magalhães Avenue; Franciscan Convent and Church of Santo António; Rio Branco Square; State Museum; Marco Zero Square;
Restaurants in Recife
- Parraxaxá
- Chica Pitanga
- Chiwake
- Ilha dos Navegantes
- Taberna Japonesa Quina do Futuro
- Ponteio Churrascaria
- Jojoo Creative Sushi
- Coco Bambu Recife
- Spettus Steak House
- Papa Capim
Transports in Recife
Recife Guararapes International Airport (REC): There are domestic flights to/from several cities. There are also international flights to Lisbon, Paris and Miami.
Maps of Recife
Map of Recife
Recife on Map of Brazil