the majority of beaches on paquetá are only frequented by locals, with essentially just basic provisions for tourism - adding to their rustic appeal. located in the cove on the east side of the island is praia dos tamoios, named in honor of the indigenous group that lived on the island and around the bay before the arrival of europeans. many historical sites are located nearby, including the senhor bom jesus do monte church dating back to the eighteenth century, one of the cannons used to salute portuguese king dom joão vi's arrival when brazil was still a portuguese colony.
