When you read São Paulo, what you think? The other side of the Brazilian state has the largest metropolis in the southern hemisphere, but also one of the most beautiful coasts of Brazil.
Ilhabela is the largest island in Brazil, one of the places where you can admire the historic architecture, living native cultures, legends, beautiful beaches and a variety of amazing scenery.
The São Sebastião channel dividing the island from the mainland and it is there where the belong "urban" paradise, quiet villages, hotels, historic downtown. On the other side is the wild, protected parks and deserted beaches, most of the island inhabited only by native peoples without electricity, or roads.
Canal de São Sebastião