Barreirinhas is a small city located in the state of Maranhão, in the northeast region of Brazil.
It is known as the "gateway" to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, famous for its white sand dunes and crystalline lagoons.
The city is located at the mouth of the Preguiças River, and its main tourist attractions include the natural beauty of the Lençóis Maranhenses, boat rides on the Preguiças River, and the local crafts of basketry and embroidery.
It also has a lively nightlife and a varied regional gastronomy.
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