History tells that since 1850 a number of ships docked on that beach with their holds full of slaves smuggled from Africa and hidden by crates of guinea fowl. Soon after the smugglers created a password to spread the news about the arrival of the ilegal cargo: "There are new chickens in the Port ". As a result, the place became known as Porto de Galinhas (Chicken Port). Located 60 Km South of Recife, Porto de Galinhas is na invitation to paradise. It enchants you with its blue sea, natural pools, White sand and warm waters. It is where the sun and the moon rise from the same horizon. Come and spend unforgettable days in this magic climate.