Caucaia

Caucaia is a Brazilian city in the state of Ceará of about 300,000 inhabitants.A city that spans all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. It is home of some of the Ceara's best beaches, including "Cumbuco" and "Icarai". These two locations are known by European tourists for their beautiful beaches, parasailing, dune buggy rides, and great souvenirs sold by the locals. Caucaia sits right next to the capital city of Fortaleza and is also home to a state garden park. There is a market in the center of the town with lots of fish, exotic fruits, and souvenirs for the many tourists that go there.Caucaia can be reached by the train that departs from the center of the city by the Feiras in downtown. Buses also regularly depart to and from the city that can be accessed from various Rodoviarias (Bus Stations). At the center of the city sits a Church. Masses are held throughout the week and many of the local people walk around the square at night. There are many stalls with cheap bon bons (little candies) and other treats. Similar to most other cities in Brazil, Caucaia has a rich Catholic heritage with many other demoniations as well. A Mormon church is right down the street from the center of town. Beware of the southern part of the city at night. There are many unlighted areas and tourists should stay in the center of town at night. Even the famous beaches to the north should be avoided when dark settles in.