Santarem is a city in the state of Pará, in northern Brazil, located at the mouth of the Tapajós River in the Amazon River.
It is known for being a starting point to explore the Amazon jungle and for its beautiful river beaches.
Among the tourist attractions are the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception, the Municipal Market, the Fort of Tapajós and the Parque Ambiental de la Floresta.
In addition, tourists can take excursions to see the Tapajós and Amazonas rivers, as well as visit nearby indigenous communities.
To get to Santarem, you can fly from São Paulo, Brasilia, Belém and other major cities in Brazil. It is also possible to arrive by boat from Manaus and Belém.
The city has an airport and a bus station that connect with different destinations within the state of Pará and other states of the country.
Santarem's location makes it ideal for exploring the Amazon jungle, river beaches, and indigenous communities of the region. It is located 178 km south of the city of Santarém and 850 km west of Belém.
