A stunning beach is thought to be the longest uninterrupted sandy seashore globally, and boasts stunning golden sands. Praia do Cassino, or Casino Beach in English, is located on Brazil’s southern coast in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, and its sheer scale is something to behold.
It extends all the way from the city of Rio Grande in the north to Brazil’s border with Uruguay in the south, with a sumptuous strip of Atlantic Ocean shoreline along the way. Though estimates of its length vary, it’s thought to stretch a whopping 158 miles. That puts it some way ahead of Australia’s Ninety Mile Beach in Victoria, which is thought to be the second longest.
Though Praia do Cassno is a wildly popular destination, especially in the peak holiday season, the vastness of it means visitors can find quieter areas to bask in the Brazilian heat and watch the rolling waves of its azure waters.
However, remote areas can be difficult to access, and visitors are advised to plan their visit carefully for their own safety, especially in the less developed areas of the beach.
The beach and areas surrounding it are also a haven for a rich array of wildlife.
Creatures that can be spotted there include migratory birds, as well as sea turtles and other forms of marine life.
Beachgoers have even previously spotted curious seals making their way onto the sands.
People also come in droves to surf, dive, fish, and sail along the coastline.
The Telegraph’s Travel has said Brazil is “arguably the global capital of beach culture”, and with more than 2,000 along its coastline to choose from, it’s easy to see why.
Seaside cities like Arraial d’Ajuda in Bahia offer stunning views, with a wealth of popular spots for sunseekers on offer.
The country’s former capital, Rio de Janeiro, is perhaps the best-known city in the country, and is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Urban Cultural Landscape.
It’s also home to top-notch beaches like Ipanema and the world-famous Copacabana.