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Andaraí, river of bats

Andaraí old housesAndaraí is the second main city of Chapada Diamantina and it is known for the colonial architecture - its houses and mansions sheltered the barons of the diamond in the age of splendor in XVIII Century. Natural sceneries surround this lovely, quiet town. Its architecture is protected by the Institute of the National Artistic and Historical Patrimony. The word Andaraí comes from the native words andira-e (river of bat, in tupi-guarani), in a reference to the inhabitants of the caverns in the mountains´ stonewalls. The nice town can be accessed by the state highway BA-142. From Andaraí you can reach ecopoints of great natural appeal, such as the Enchanted Well. In Andaraí there are organized ecotours, heading to places like the Cavern of the Passion and the Marimbus wetlands.

 

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