Morro do Careca
Natal's symbol.
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Ponta Negra is Natal's most visited beach, in the south of the city, named after the dark rocks scattered along it. At its southern end rises Morro do Careca, a sand dune some 107 metres high with greenery on its flank, the symbol of Natal and its best-known image. American servicemen frequented the beach during the Second World War, when the Natal air base was built, and since the 1980s it has been the city's leading tourist beach. A promenade about four kilometres long runs along it, with kiosks, restaurants and hotels. Morro do Careca has been closed to climbing since 1997, to protect its plants and because sliding sand was lowering it, so it is seen from the beach only. Swimming is possible in the warm water, with care for currents and rocks.
Natal's symbol.
About four kilometres.
For swimming.
Ponta Negra district, south Natal
No. The dune has been closed to climbing since 1997 to protect its plants and its height; it is viewed from the beach only.