Ceará When you think about the State of Ceara, the image of the “Jangada” (the local sail boat) comes to our mind, along with the typical figure of the jangadeiro (fisherman). They are men that fish, live by the sea in straw cabins and face the sea on a boat made of light wood stretched together by ropes, with one sole mast for its white sail... more   Piauí The Quadrilha Junina, Matuta or Caipira is a typical dance of the June holidays, mostly danced at the Saint John and Saint Peter holidays. It was originated in the old popular dances of rural areas in France (Normandy) and England. It was introduced in Brazil, most precisely in Rio de Janeiro... more   Maranhão The origin of the Bumba-Meu-Boi is lost in the past. A complete show lasts for six to eight hours and its characters, generally around 35 in number, are a mixture of humans, animals and fantastic creatures. It is believed to have come from Africa, being a kind of amusement between the freed slaves. Each person, animal or fantastic creature represented a part of their life histories... more

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