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Touristical places > Région Seridó > Carnaúbas dos Dantas

With a population of a little over than 6.000 inhabitants, Carnaúba dos Dantas owes its name to the plantname cultivated in farms belonging to the Dantas family.

The city is known for its numerous (over 70) archaeological sites, with rock paintings in multiple styles, making it one of the most important archaeological sites of South America.

These sites bring to Carnaúba dos Dantas academics from all over the Northeast of Brazil, also bringing admirers that come as tourists to the region. The excursion is guided by one of the guides from the city, through booking.

. Archaeological complex of 'Xique-xique'.

. Archeological site of 'Pedra do Alexandre'.

. Archeological site of 'Casa Santa'

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During Holy Week (Semana Santa), the ‘Monte de Galo' becomes a main destination for the religious tourism of the Northeast.

Pregrins climb this rocky formation in processions requesting of favours to ‘Nossa Senhora das Vitórias’.




Municipality : Carnaubas dos Dantas
Distance from Natal : 237 km
How to come : In the South of Acari take the BR427, then BR288.

Another attraction of the city, a singular medieval-style castle, a private property that can be visited through booking.
Visit of the Castle

The city also have a forest garden 'Horto Florestal' including hundred-years-old trees. It is possible to make somes quiet and healthy walks. It is also a place for socio-educational and cultural projects.

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