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Lençóis Maranhenses
Ideal: Ideal for nature, photography, adventure, lagoon swimming, and discovering Brazil's hidden paradises.
Lençóis Maranhenses is a unique national park in northeastern Brazil where white sand dunes and blue-green lagoons create a landscape unlike anywhere else on earth. During the rainy season (May–September), clear lagoons form between the dunes, contrasting with the white sand to produce a surreal scene. This UNESCO candidate site is one of Brazil's most photogenic and least-known natural wonders.
Quick facts
- Built
- 2 June 1981
- Area
- 1,566 km²
- Heritage status
- Tentative World Heritage Site
Facts from Wikidata, photos from Wikimedia Commons.
Why go?
- See the unique landscape of white dunes and blue lagoons
- Experience a natural phenomenon with no true equivalent elsewhere
- Perfect for photography, adventure, and off-the-beaten-path Brazil routes
Travel tip
Lagoons fill during the rainy season; reach the park by jeep or ATV tour from Barreirinhas or Atins. Sunscreen and plenty of water are essential.
