The two sites included in the designation contain flora and fauna and key habitats that characterize the Cerrado – one of the world’s oldest and most diverse tropical ecosystems. For millennia, these sites have served as refuge for several species during periods of climate change and will be vital The two sites included in the designation contain flora and fauna and key habitats that characterize the Cerrado – one of the world’s oldest and most diverse tropical ecosystems. For millennia, these sites have served as refuge for several species during periods of climate change and will be vital for maintaining the biodiversity of the Cerrado region during future climate fluctuations. One of 18 World Heritage Sites in Brazil!…see moresee less
Founded at the end of the 17th century, Ouro Preto (Black Gold) was the focal point of the gold rush and Brazil’s golden age in the 18th century. With the exhaustion of the gold mines in the 19th century, the city’s influence declined but many churches, bridges and fountains remain as a testimony toFounded at the end of the 17th century, Ouro Preto (Black Gold) was the focal point of the gold rush and Brazil’s golden age in the 18th century. With the exhaustion of the gold mines in the 19th century, the city’s influence declined but many churches, bridges and fountains remain as a testimony to its past prosperity and the exceptional talent of the Baroque sculptor Aleijadinho. One of 18 World Heritage Sites in Brazil!…see moresee less
Tatt lovers take note: the Moorea Pearl Resort and Spa has a tattoo artist who does traditional Polynesian tattoos either in your room or in the resort tattoo studio.
Le Sirenuse is Italian for mermaid. You probably won't be beckoned out to sea if you get a look at this hotel since it is beyond luxurious. Apparently all of the key rings have heavy mermaids. Great touch.