Coastal Paraná

Bay of Antonina

Coastal Paraná is the region of Paraná to the east of Curitiba.

Cities

• 1 Antonina — one of the oldest settlements in Paraná,developed during the years of gold hunting
• 2 Guaraqueçaba — has nearly intact forest reserves and ecosystems, creating tourist attractions enjoyed by ecotourism enthusiasts.
• 3 Guaratuba — founded in 1765, it is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Paraná
• 4 Matinhos — its natural attractions include its beaches, and it has several attractions of historical and cultural value, such as the church of San Pedro, which is the main church of the city
• 5 Morretes — famous for its restaurants, which sell a typical regional dish called barreado. It has also preserved many ancient palaces
• 6 Paranaguá — historic city founded in the first half of the 17th century, with an interesting and well-diversified historical centre
• 7 Pontal do Paraná — has 50 km of beaches and starting point for visits to the renowned Ilha do Mel

Other destinations

• 1 Ilha do Mel — this island's attractions are its beaches, diving, the fortress and the lighthouse

Eat

• Barreado - The signature food of the area is a kind of slow cooked-beef stew served with cassava flour and banana slices. Meat is sealed inside a special clay pot with a bundle of herbs and spices and cooked for 12-18 hours, after which the herbs and spices are removed. Traditionally the cooking was done in a hole in the ground. The origin of the dish is disputed between Antonina, Morretes, and Paranaguá, and each town has a slightly different recipe.

Drink

• Cachaça - The area is a famous producer of Brazil's favorite liquor, with flavors distinctive to the area. In addition, the port at Paranaguá brings in many specialty cachaças from other areas of the country as well.