Brazil
Experience this Marvellous City, with its sweet samba rythms and Christ the Redeemer Statue.
Where to visit
Experience the “Marvellous City” in Rio de Janeiro, which is renowned for its festivities and numerous cultural activities. Once the capital of Brazil, this majestic city will captivate you with its dazzling beaches and luxuriant tropical forest. Rio is also the home of the world’s most revered carnival, the Rio Carnival which is a grand spectacle of lights, colour and dance. The country of Brazil is home to both historic and modern architecture. The capital Brasilia, constructed in the 20th century is the only one of its kind to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned for its modernist lines and futuristic designs. This landmark, constructed in five years, features the Brasilia Cathedral, JK Bridge and Praca dos Cristais. Sao Paulo is another major city and with close to 2,000 banking agencies operating within it, it is the major financial centre of Brazil. Founded in 1554 by the Jesuits, Sao Paolo bears a rich history dating back to its early settlement by the Indians. Here you can also see evidence of the country’s booming coffee industry at any of the many coffee plantations around. In addition to the numerous cities, there are also countless accommodation facilities within Brazil. You will find thousands of hotels and resorts ranging from the more luxurious five star to the more quaint smaller hotels. There is also an extensive range of villas and guest houses to choose from, all depending on your accommodation needs. With many of the hotels, resorts and guest houses located along Brazil’s gorgeous beaches you are sure to have amazing views wherever you stay.
What to see and do
A trip to the beautiful country of Brazil is not complete without visiting one of its pristine beaches, where you can take in the local beach activity and enjoy some fun in the sun. Whilst in Brazil, Christ the Redeemer, the famous statue of Jesus Christ located in Rio de Janeiro is a must see. Standing at 130ft tall, this icon of history, located at the peak of the Corcovado Mountain offers a breath-taking view of Rio’s interior. You will also have the opportunity to behold one of the world’s great natural wonders at Iguacu Falls, situated on the border between Brazil and Argentina. With 275 falls making up this waterfall system you are sure to be amazed by its magnificent sights and sounds. A boat trip along the world’s second longest river, The Amazon, is also a must. The Amazon River is home to over 3,000 species of fish, with some 10 million living species occupying its rainforest. The unique nature of this vast area will intrigue you as you discover nature’s wonders.
Food and drink
The cuisine of Brazil varies from city to city but one thing you are sure to taste is the fusion of tropical fruits into their dishes. Given the settlement of the Portuguese, French and German within Brazil, these cultures have also heavily influenced the cuisine of this country. Whilst in Brazil you are sure to encounter churrasco, which is delectably barbecued meat and cachaça a distilled spirit made from sugar cane juice. Other popular dishes among the locals include, Vatapa which is a spicy mixture of bread, shrimp, red pepper and other ingredients and Monqueca which is a slowly cooked seafood stew. You will also find a variety of restaurants in Brazil ranging from Rodizio or all you can eat, to Comida per Kilo –price per kilo and for the meat lovers there are Churrascarias specialising in fresh barbecued meats of all kinds.
When to visit
Given its tropical climate, Brazil is an all year round destination. During the month of February, Brazil’s summer, you can witness the parade of colour at the country’s finest carnival, the Rio Carnival. For the ultimate in speed, a trip during the months of March and April allows you to see the Brazilian Grand Prix in Sao Paulo. For the food enthusiast who wishes to taste the culture of Brazil, the months of April and May see the finest Brazil has to offer on display at Comida di Buteco, its renowned food festival.
With countless airports to choose from when travelling to Brazil, the more popular ones are Galeao International Airport located in Rio, Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo, Brasília International Airport in Brasília and Tancredo Neves International Airport in Minas Gerais.
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