Fernando de Noronha

This is another protected biological reserve, but there is a bit more human activity here than on Atol das Rocas.  Altogether, there are 21 islands in the archipelago, but only one is inhabited by a population of just over 2000.  Tourism is permitted, as long as strict conservation rules are followed.  The main island has an airport, several villages, a school, a hospital, a power station, and a desalinization plant - all crammed in to just over 10 square miles.

The unusual shapes of Fernando de Noronha's cliffs provide a striking landscape when seen from the sea.  Large ships are allowed within a certain distance of the island, but only smaller boats can actually dock there.  There are also some beautiful unspoilt beaches on both sides of the island.

 

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Visiting there next month Written by Jim Smith on 2006-02-10 13:48:04 IP: 80.3.128.8 I will be there next month on a cruise from Recife to there. I will be taking many digital pictures and videos. If you like, I will send them to you with additional commentary on the Islands.    I live in João Pessoa, Brazil so have a vested interest in learning Portuguese.    Regards,    Jim Smith

Fernando de Noronha Written by Administrator on 2006-02-10 13:49:41 IP: 80.3.128.8 Sounds interesting - have a great trip!

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