The Kite Mag

Jericoacoara, northern Brazil

hile the whole coast north from Fortaleza has one kite spot after another, Jeri, a former fishing and hippie village, is one of a kind for its vibe and atmosphere. It is all built on sand and sits in between dunes in a national park. During the bumpy ride through these dunes and desert scenery, you wouldn’t expect to find what awaits you at the end of the ride – you’ll watch the surfers or a spontaneous capoeira show, see the sun sink into the ocean from the main dune, then wander barefoot on unpaved sandy roads and buy the famous Brazilian cocktail caipirinha

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