arraial do cabo became an independent town very recently, just in the mid eighties, in 1985 - as many other brazilian coastal cities, this municipal is known part of the paradise of the atlantic.

with its rich history and scenery, featuring spectacular beaches and dunes, the ancient shipwrecks are a special attraction to divers - while saquarema is famous as brazil's surf capital, arraial do cabo is known as the diving capital of brazil.

with all of its history and natural beauty, arraial do cabo  remains a wonderfully small, yet vibrant, city less than two-hours away from rio de janeiro - home to events such as the ongoing hindu festivals, or the annual squid festival, this destination offers a rewarding and diverse set of attractions.