Chapada Diamantina
The vast Atlantic Forest, flower fields and plateaus of an endless
green divide the landscape with stretches of caatinga. Huge rock walls,
canyons, grottos, caves, rivers and waterfalls complete the exquisitely
beautiful scenery of Chapada Diamantina.
Initially inhabited by the
Maracás Indians, the actual occupation occurred during the golden times
of mineral prospection, from 1710, when gold was found near Contas
River, marking the arrival of the explorers. In 1844, the colonization
was boosted by the discovery of valuable diamonds in the surroundings
of Mugugê River, and the traders, settlers, Jesuit priests and
foreigners that lived in the villages controlled and regulated by the
power of wealth.
Lençóis, Rio de Contas, Morro do Chapéu and
Andaraí are some of the cities where it’s still possible to travel in
time and relive the golden period of the region. The architectonical
compound dates from Colonial Brazil and preserves an important part of
the national history.
Chapada Diamantina is home to a large
diversity of fauna and flora. There are more than 50 kinds of orchids,
bromeliads and other native flowers and also rare specimens of animals,
such as the great anteater, the giant armadillos, wild cats and
innumerous kinds of birds and snakes. The Chapada Diamantina National
park, created in the 80’s, is the organ responsible for the protection
of all this exuberance.
Chapada Diamantina gathers a variety of
natural and cultural attractions in the heart of Bahia; the right
choice for those looking for peace and quiet or history and adventure.
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