The world is watching the Brazilian coast.
The torch relay ends in Sergipe and continues to Alagoas, where it will pass through six municipalities until Monday. The relay is projecting images of Brazil to viewers around the world.
The Olympic torch relay in Sergipe ended this Sunday morning (29) in the municipality of Propriá. On the banks of the São Francisco River, Propriá attracts tourists seeking to cool off in the fresh, greenish waters of Praia da Adutora. Canoe trips and rustic bars complete the itinerary. In gastronomy, sweet potato candy is the most popular treat for those visiting the area.
From a small, characteristic boat of Propriá, the Olympic torch embarks on the waters of the São Francisco River, heading towards Alagoas. The first Alagoan municipality to welcome the Olympic flame is São Sebastião, a region known for its handcrafted bobbin lace. The celebration will take place in Muniz Falcão Square and will feature performances by indigenous tribes, as well as a craft fair and shows with local artists.
The next stop on the route is Arapiraca, the second largest city in the state of Alagoas. The celebration to receive the torch will be held at the Ceci Cunha Municipal Park – one of the main attractions in the region. The destination also offers leisure options such as: the Church of São Sebastião – the oldest religious temple in the city, the Perucaba Lake, the Women's Memorial, the Zezito Guedes Museum, the Arapiracas Park, and the Handicraft Market. In terms of gastronomy, cassava cake and free-range chicken are typical dishes that deserve to be enjoyed.
Next, the torch will travel to São Miguel dos Campos – a destination rich in outdoor cultural events. It's worth checking out the folk dance performances – a traditional dance of the slaves who lived in the region. The celebration will take place in the city's Events Square.
At the end of the day, the torch arrives overnight in Maceió, and the celebration will take place in the Jaraguá neighborhood, with performances by folk groups and local artists. Maceió is a popular destination for travelers seeking sun and beach tourism. The busiest beaches are Pajuçara, Ponta Verde, and Jatiúca. One option there is a raft trip. In Pontal da Barra, another Maceió landmark is Rua das Rendeiras, full of shops selling filé embroidery, a rustic lace made of colored cotton threads, in the form of shawls, tablecloths, and blouses. A little further from the capital, it's possible to visit the beaches of Ipioca and Pratagi.
The journey through Alagoas continues on Monday (30), passing through Murici and União dos Palmares.
Investments – Aiming to improve the conditions of destinations to better receive travelers, the Ministry of Tourism has invested resources in tourism infrastructure projects over the last ten years. In the five municipalities through which the torch will pass this Sunday, more than R$ 220 million has been allocated. For Maceió alone, the MTur investment exceeds R$ 180 million. The modernization of Zumbi dos Palmares Airport is among the examples of works carried out in the capital.
Relay race in Alagoas – The Olympic flame will pass through six cities in Alagoas. For more information about the tour in Alagoas and throughout Brazil, the Ministry of Tourism has produced a [link/resource]. interactive map with itineraries and images of the destinations. Daily, the Tourism News Agency produces articles about the relay and tips on the destinations the torch will pass through. On Twitter (@mturismo), internet users can follow the relay coverage in real time.