Itaipava
About an hour and a half North of Rio de Janeiro, by car, are the mountainous ranges of Itaipava. Valleys, forests and waterfalls make this area one of the most beautifully lush areas of Rio. I was lucky enough to spend Christmas here in Boa Vale Eseperanca - the Valley of Good Hope with close friends whose property has been in the family for 20 years and has been a labor of love to build and grow. Scenic walks through the forests or simply around the town offers the eyes a treasure trove of colors and smells including hydraengas, eucalyptus trees and cacti. Although we didn’t partake in anything but eating, walking, eating, swimming and eating some more there are lots of activities available in the area such as horse riding, tours of the Imperial Museum and The Crystal Palace as well as adventure walks. The town caters to tourists with a plethora of restaurants and small pousadas offering warm Brazilian hospitality.
Recommended Accommodation in Itaipava, Rio de Janeiro
Clarion Hotel Itaipava, Estrada Uniao e Industria 9153, Itaipava, Petropolis, RJ
+55 2222 5155
Pousada Grand Village, Rua Paulo Roberto Oliviera, 891 - Itaipava, Petropolis, RJ
+55 222 2582
Altenhaus Pousada, Estrada das Arcas, 261 Itaipava Petropolis, RJ
+55 2222 2859
Pousada Quinta dos Passaros, Rua dos Beija - Flores, 1700, Itaipava , Petropolis, RJ
+55 2221 8282
Pousada Quinta do Jade, Estrada dos Taboes, 3005, Itaipava, Petropolis, RJ
+ 55 2223 3248
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