paraty is a stunning colonial city located on the costa verde (green coast) on the bay of ilha, a brilliantly lush, green stretch of land that runs along the coastline of the state of rio de janeiro. the city is the most south-western city in the state.

the town is considered an important part of brazil's natural heritage and its environmental and architectural charms have been preserved incredibly well throughout the ages. entering paraty's historic center is like strolling through a time tunnel.