Where to take photos in Jaraguá

From the top of the Serra to the church square: six settings that make good photos in Jaraguá, with the best season and what to watch for at each.

Six settings

1. Serra viewpoints at dawn. Many people go up before sunrise. It is about 5 km of dirt road from the Rosário church. Bring a flashlight, water and a jacket, as dry-season nights are cool. See Serra de Jaraguá.
2. Free-flight ramp. Takeoffs are most frequent from June to October on days with favorable wind. There is no guarantee of pilots on a given day. Stay away from the takeoff area and follow pilots' instructions. See paragliding.
3. Ipê trees at the foot of the Serra. Yellow and purple, they bloom between August and September at the height of the dry season; this is one of the town's most photographed sights. The bloom lasts only a few days, so keep an eye on local reports.
4. Church of Nossa Senhora do Rosário. From 1776, at the Largo do Rosário. Late-afternoon light flatters the façade. Inside, ask permission before photographing the medallion of the São Benedito altar. See the historic center.
5. Praça do Coreto and the Matriz. Good for everyday life in town and for Carnival.
6. The Poção and waterfalls. In the dry season the waters are clear. Photograph without entering forbidden areas and respecting the park. See swimming in rivers.

Festivals

The Cavalhadas, at the close of the Festa do Divino, feature riders in blue and red over two afternoons in an open field. Arrive early to get a spot in the stands and bring a telephoto lens if you have one. At Carnival, the Praça do Coreto and the Bloco do Zé Pereira are the places to be. See the festival calendar.

Etiquette and rights

• People: ask permission before photographing anyone who is not a performer in a festival, and take extra care with children.
• Drones: the portal has no confirmed local rules for drones; check ANAC and DECEA regulations before flying, especially near the free-flight ramp and the towers.
• Using photos: photographs have authors. If you want to use an image from the portal or from others, ask for permission.
• Send yours: the gallery photos were sent by residents and visitors. See how to contribute at photos of Jaraguá.

Keep exploring

• Photos
• The Cerrado
• When to go
• One-day itinerary
• Complete guide

Sources: Semad/Parques de Goiás (Serra road, free flight); the portal's Serra, Cavalhadas, festival, historic center and geography pages (ipês in August and September). Photography tips are the portal's general guidance. Consulted in October 2026.

Updated on October 19, 2026