 The Praia do Forte has its own story. The fisherman's houses, square and church form the Fishing Village, which is where, 30 years ago, there was the "Fazenda Praia do Forte"; a place believed to be full of magic.
The houses at the Fishing Village, where 1800 people currently live, still retain an old-world feel and have become a special place for those who live in or visit this place. The area was given to the local council on the condition that the houses cannot be sold, and only passed down to children in the family, a perfect strategy resulting in Praia do Forte maintaining its original atmosphere.
The main streets were paved, and a small area of business was formed from craft shops, boutiques, bars, restaurants and hostels but always keeping the charm and simplicity of the village.
Praia do Forte is still an area of Brazil where the locals put their chairs out on the pavement on moonlit nights. Here you can get an idea of the daily life of fishermen, crafts people and the original residents of the village who are still very traditional and religious and enjoy local festivals. The most important dates are 2nd February, dedicated to the St.Iemanjá, or 4th October, the day of São Francisco of Assis, patron saint of Praia do Forte.
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