Barreirinhas is a city in the Brazilian state of Maranhão, located in the Lençóis Maranhenses region.
The history of the city is closely related to the history of the region, which has been inhabited by indigenous tribes for thousands of years.
It was founded in the 18th century and for a long time it was an important stopover for travelers heading towards the interior of the country.
During colonial times, the region was an important center for the production of cotton and sugar cane.
Currently, Barreirinhas is known for its beautiful natural landscape, with white sand dunes and crystal clear lagoons, as well as for its indigenous culture and traditions.
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