Diamantina
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Brazil
Diamantina was built on diamonds, a wealth still reflected in its baroque cathedrals says allaboutar. Email been.there@guardian.co.uk to add to this intro.
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When in Lencois, Bahia, ask about Marcelo Luz at any hostel (preferably Auberge dos Duendes). He's known for his dog called Negona and has an absolute passion for the National Park. You will love him for his singing, his storytelling, his knowledge of Europe and philosophy and for his imperative to: "Always caca in the hole!"
His email:
cacainthehole@hotmail.com
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Diamantina basics
- Population:
- 37,699
- Currency:
- Real
- Time zone:
- GMT-3
- Dialling code:
- 55 (0) 38