Unmissable Destinations
With its climate ranging from
cold to mild, cozy inns, busy days and busy nights, Penedo is
a popular destination for couples and families with children.
» Penedo
Penedo, a Finnish hideaway
If you’d like to feel in touch with Nature while at the
same time getting to know a little about the roots and traditions
of the Fins, you’ll have a lot to keep you busy in Penedo.
Its Nordic culture is revealed by the wood framed homes surrounded
by flower gardens, by the typical clothing, by the large variety
of crafts in its stores and by the food. By the way, save room
for dessert – homemade Finnish ice-cream, sweets and chocolates.
They’re irresistible!
This small, yet significant piece of Finland was created by
a group of naturalists who arrived in the region in the 1920s
to found a new colony. They ended up transforming the area into
a tourist center which attracts visitors from various parts
of the country and the world. With its climate ranging from
cold to mild, cozy inns, busy days and busy nights, Penedo is
a popular destination for couples and families with children.
Everyone loves Santa Claus’ house, the “summer residence”
of that smiley older gentleman who lives in Lapland with his
reindeer - part of the theme park which is located next to Little
Finland Shopping Mall. There it is always Christmas, where one
can take a picture with Santa Claus every day, and where the
souvenir stores offer many choices for presents. The leisure
center also includes a food court, an arena for choir presentations,
dance and theater groups, and a theater for films and music
shows.
Nature also offers countless attractions in Penedo. At the Ecological
Tourism Park you can appreciate a large variety of the region’s
fauna and flora. The crystal clear waters of the Rio das Pedras
cross the entire valley, forming waterfalls and natural lakes
ideal for swimming.
The most popular spot is Três Cachoeiras (Three Waterfalls),
with falls up to three meters high, a good choice for travelers
with children. Cachoeira de Deus (God’s Waterfall), 15
meters high, with many smaller falls, is considered the prettiest,
though it requires caution. Trout fishing and guided hikes or
horse rides amidst the pine and araucaria trees are also must-do
activities.
How to get there
By car, via Presidente Dutra highway to Itatiaia, where you
should enter the highway towards Penedo at Km 311. It’s
another 3 Km until the entrance to the city, which is 154 km
from Rio de Janeiro.
Attractions
Club Finland, where on Saturday nights they throw typical dance
parties, which are extremely popular. Inside the Club there
is also the Finnish Museum, with its collections of dolls, woven
rugs, old embroidery, posters, engravings, photographs, books,
magazines, brochures and maps.
Winter Festival, which takes place during the month of July,
with musical shows and art exhibitions.
Website
http://www.itatiaia.rj.gov.br/
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