1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:01,008 The Archipelago 2 00:00:01,026 --> 00:00:04,001 Fernando de Noronha has an impressive beauty, 3 00:00:04,021 --> 00:00:05,551 the most beautiful beaches. 4 00:00:05,591 --> 00:00:09,121 Being considered a paradise is nothing new to anyone, 5 00:00:09,254 --> 00:00:13,254 but did you know that the island has some unusual curiosities? 6 00:00:13,292 --> 00:00:15,202 Located in the Atlantic Ocean, 7 00:00:15,259 --> 00:00:17,949 Fernando de Noronha is a Brazilian archipelago 8 00:00:17,969 --> 00:00:19,769 in the state of Pernambuco. 9 00:00:19,789 --> 00:00:23,409 Sighted for the first time between 1500 and 1502, 10 00:00:23,487 --> 00:00:26,497 its discovery is attributed to an expedition led by 11 00:00:26,547 --> 00:00:30,599 the explorer Fernão de Noronha, although there are controversies. 12 00:00:30,689 --> 00:00:34,224 However, it is certain that the first to describe it was Americo Vespucci 13 00:00:34,284 --> 00:00:38,424 on an expedition carried out between 1503 and 1504. 14 00:00:38,514 --> 00:00:43,413 In today's video: Ten incredible facts about Fernando de Noronha. 15 00:00:45,146 --> 00:00:47,216 NOCECI Travels 16 00:00:47,766 --> 00:00:49,636 A Prison In Paradise 1 17 00:00:50,576 --> 00:00:53,046 Fernando de Noronha was once a prison. 18 00:00:53,126 --> 00:00:55,573 Imagine being detained in a place like this. 19 00:00:55,633 --> 00:00:58,206 As soon as the Portuguese took over the Island, 20 00:00:58,286 --> 00:01:00,466 they ordered the construction of 10 forts, 21 00:01:00,586 --> 00:01:03,226 preventing disembarkation in any part of the island. 22 00:01:03,285 --> 00:01:05,985 The prisoners were sent in droves to Noronha, 23 00:01:06,103 --> 00:01:07,958 where many remained. 24 00:01:08,028 --> 00:01:13,808 The prison was built in 1737 and was only deactivated 200 years later, 25 00:01:13,897 --> 00:01:16,737 with Brazil entering the Second World War. 26 00:01:16,852 --> 00:01:20,572 This was when Noronha ended up becoming a base for the National Defense. 27 00:01:20,772 --> 00:01:22,662 No Babies Are Born In Noronha 2 28 00:01:23,780 --> 00:01:26,394 The birth of children is prohibited in the archipelago. 29 00:01:26,442 --> 00:01:28,862 Therefore, in the seventh month of pregnancy, 30 00:01:28,924 --> 00:01:32,076 all pregnant women are forced to leave their homes, 31 00:01:32,193 --> 00:01:36,090 their families, and loved ones to finish their pregnancy in Recife. 32 00:01:36,168 --> 00:01:40,351 The government pays for tickets, accommodation, and three meals a day 33 00:01:40,437 --> 00:01:43,486 for the pregnant woman and a companion until the baby is born. 34 00:01:43,537 --> 00:01:45,297 Wedding Under The Sea 3 35 00:01:46,547 --> 00:01:49,817 Fernando de Noronha is one of the best destinations in the world 36 00:01:49,864 --> 00:01:51,464 for practicing diving, 37 00:01:51,536 --> 00:01:54,196 which has also served as a wedding venue. 38 00:01:54,364 --> 00:01:55,574 In 1991, 39 00:01:55,619 --> 00:01:58,321 an American couple got married at the bottom of the sea, 40 00:01:58,431 --> 00:02:00,044 in Ponta da Sapata. 41 00:02:00,184 --> 00:02:01,384 In 2017, 42 00:02:01,499 --> 00:02:06,296 a couple from Fernando de Noronha got married in the Sapata cave, 43 00:02:06,559 --> 00:02:08,181 at sixteen meters deep. 44 00:02:09,144 --> 00:02:11,224 Most Beautiful Beach On The Planet 4 45 00:02:11,814 --> 00:02:15,081 In Fernando de Noronha, Sancho beach has been considered 46 00:02:15,152 --> 00:02:17,595 five times the best beach in the world, 47 00:02:17,675 --> 00:02:22,285 through public voting on the travel review website TripAdvisor. 48 00:02:22,442 --> 00:02:24,806 The Most Expensive Gasoline In Brazil 5 49 00:02:25,642 --> 00:02:28,351 Fernando de Noronha has only one gas station. 50 00:02:28,558 --> 00:02:31,718 There you will find the most expensive gasoline in our country. 51 00:02:31,803 --> 00:02:36,563 The price can be up to fifty percent higher than in Recife, the capital. 52 00:02:37,099 --> 00:02:38,329 Ridesharing 6 53 00:02:39,928 --> 00:02:44,829 Although the island is quite small, walking there can be quite tiring. 54 00:02:44,894 --> 00:02:48,044 Mainly because Noronha is hot all year round, 55 00:02:48,087 --> 00:02:50,057 not to mention the price of gas. 56 00:02:50,101 --> 00:02:53,763 In case you are tired of walking and want to get a ride, sure thing 57 00:02:53,826 --> 00:02:56,816 just use your thumb and, if not the first, 58 00:02:56,867 --> 00:02:59,187 the second motorized person will stop. 59 00:02:59,306 --> 00:03:02,829 This is because ridesharing is very common and costumery in Noronha. 60 00:03:02,890 --> 00:03:04,528 Traveling Turtles 7 61 00:03:05,984 --> 00:03:08,004 Fernando de Noronha is one of the largest 62 00:03:08,044 --> 00:03:11,554 sea turtle preservation sanctuaries in Brazil. 63 00:03:11,624 --> 00:03:15,134 The archipelago has one of the most crystal-clear seas on the planet. 64 00:03:15,230 --> 00:03:18,949 The water is so clear that it is possible to see marine life 65 00:03:18,993 --> 00:03:21,363 more than 40 meters deep. 66 00:03:21,441 --> 00:03:23,171 Shortest Highway in Brazil 8 67 00:03:24,588 --> 00:03:28,868 BR-363 is the smallest highway in our country. 68 00:03:28,911 --> 00:03:31,929 And despite being only 7 km long, 69 00:03:31,969 --> 00:03:33,949 it is extremely important for the Island, 70 00:03:34,020 --> 00:03:37,723 being today the main road for tourists and residents. 71 00:03:37,777 --> 00:03:40,380 Some Beaches Close At 6pm 9 72 00:03:41,087 --> 00:03:45,256 After 6pm, many beaches in Fernando de Noronha are closed. 73 00:03:45,359 --> 00:03:48,379 This happens to protect sea turtles, 74 00:03:48,476 --> 00:03:52,656 which arrive on the sands to lay their eggs shortly after sunset. 75 00:03:53,087 --> 00:03:54,417 Perfect Weather 10 76 00:03:55,785 --> 00:03:58,524 The natives say that Noronha has two seasons. 77 00:03:58,568 --> 00:04:02,848 A dry season from August to February, and a rainy season from March to July. 78 00:04:02,945 --> 00:04:07,278 But being in the rainy season doesn't mean it will rain every day. 79 00:04:07,331 --> 00:04:08,842 It rains sporadically, 80 00:04:08,900 --> 00:04:12,177 and even during this period you enjoy good sunny days. 81 00:04:12,257 --> 00:04:15,047 The average temperature is 28ºC. 82 00:04:15,113 --> 00:04:17,242 Did you already know these interesting facts 83 00:04:17,305 --> 00:04:18,985 about Fernando de Noronha? 84 00:04:19,120 --> 00:04:20,900 Let us know in the comments 85 00:04:20,954 --> 00:04:22,114 Subscribe! 86 00:04:22,171 --> 00:04:24,041 Discover the world with us!