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Welcome to Brazil

Brazil's vast area, Portuguese heritage and history and African influences make this country an outsider in South America. But a trip to Brazil means visiting the largest country on this continent. This is a very suitable country for travelling as it is warm and humid all year around. There is so much to experience in Brazil that it might feel difficult to know where to begin, Brazil is a world in itself. And in this country you’ll find an exciting combination of nature and culture. The Brazilian people are welcoming and friendly, have a deep passion for football, and love to party and dance. This comes together during the world famous carnival in Rio de Janeiro which is held every year. For the nature lovers there is plenty to explore as well, as among others, there are many wonderful white sandy beaches along the coast and Brazil is also home to the world’s largest stretches of Amazon rainforest.

There’s nothing like Brazil

Most visitors start their trip through Brazil in the most famous city, Rio de Janeiro. Because of the charm and energy that the city radiates, it is tempting to here for a few days. Soon enough, you will discover that Rio de Janeiro has so much more to offer than just Copacabana and the carnival. On every street corner you will discover something new in this great city and you can spend days watching people parade around the beach. You also can’t go to Brazil and not take in some of the amazing natural sights the country has to offer. And there are so many places to choose from. Ilha Grande, for example, is a beautiful island to the southwest of Rio de Janeiro. And then there is, of course, the Amazon rainforest. Filled with wonderful wildlife and sights.

Brazil Information

  • Capital: Brasília
  • Official Language(s): Portugese
  • Currency: Real

Brazil Highlights

The Amazon

The Amazon rainforest is the largest rainforest on Earth and is spread over nine countries. Needless to say, the best reason to visit the Amazon is to get out into the jungle: to sail the winding waterways, hike lush leafy trails, and scan the canopies for monkeys, sloths and other creatures. Most people who travel to this wonderful rainforest stay at Manaus, because this city is located in the middle of the rainforest. The Amazon River runs through the jungle and it is not surprising that one of the most beautiful ways to see the Amazon is by boat. A jungle cruise through the rainforest gives your trip an extra dimension, as you can see the jungle passing by from the water. The diversity of plant and bird species is some of the highest in the world. And with a little luck you can spot some incredible wildlife such as crocodiles, snakes, monkeys, parrots, tarantulas, cougars or jaguars.

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is Brazil's most famous city. This city is situated in a beautiful location: on the coast, near mountains, beautiful forests and wonderful beaches. Rio de Janeiro is perhaps best known for its carnival and the two world-famous beaches: Copacabana and Ipanema. Here you can watch a lot of sun-tanned people play football or enjoy a caipirinha from one of the many beach cafés. Don’t forget to have a cool caipirinha at a bar and eat some fresh grilled fish as well yourself as well. Rio has everything from interesting sights, different colorful neighborhoods, and beautiful nature to a vibrant city life. And the inhabitants of Rio de Janeiro know how to enjoy life like no other.

Ilha Grande

If you literally translate Ilha Grande, it means “big island”. And that's exactly it! Ilha Grande is an island located a few hours from Rio de Janeiro. The island used to be home to pirates and is part of Angra dos Reis, a Brazilian archipelago with no less than 365 different islands. This is a beautiful place with clear azure-colored waters, beautiful white sandy beaches and untouched rainforests and well worth a visit. Lopez Mendez beach is highly recommended here. The island of Ilha Grande exudes a unique exotic atmosphere. And also you won’t find any paved roads here and therefore almost no cars. This is an ideal beach destination in Brazil.

Best time to visit Brazil

  • High Season: January, February, March, December
  • Shoulder Season: April, October, November
  • Low Season: May, June, July, August, September

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The Iguazu Falls

The Iguazu Falls are located in the Iguaçu National Park and they are the largest complex of waterfalls in South America. They are located in southwestern Brazil on the border with Argentina and Paraguay. Depending on the amount of water flowing through the Iguaçu River, the number of waterfalls is between 270 to 300. The total length of the falls is about 3 kilometers and they fall down about 82 meters. The most famous waterfall is the "Garganta do Diablo" (throat of the devil), this is a large semicircular waterfall of about 150 meters wide in which the water plunges 70 meters into the depth.

Salvador

Salvador is one of the most beautiful and energetic cities in Brazil. During the age when Portugal colonized Brazil, Salvador was its capital. This heritage is reflected in the number of beautiful colonial buildings that are still standing today. The picturesque city center is like an open-air museum of architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. In Salvador, you will find hip festivals, special markets, lots of live music, colorful streets, delicious food, a lively nightlife and beautiful beaches. A visit to this stunning city is a must if you are in Brazil and you can easily wander here for a few days.

The Pantanal

The Amazon may be the most famous natural location in Brazil, but the Pantanal is not a bad alternative option. This is one of the largest wetlands in the world. It is a piece of paradise for nature lovers and one of the best place in Brazil to spot wildlife. The densely forested Amazon makes it sometimes difficult to spot the animals, unlike the open plains of the Pantanal marshes. These swamps are home to a huge variety of animals. So if you want to see wildlife in their natural environment this is a must see. Some of the animals you can spot here are the hyacinth macaws, capybaras, jaguars, maned wolves, and jabiru storks.

Ouro Preto

Of all the colonial cities across South America, Ouro Preto is perhaps the most beautiful. It was a city known for its gold mines. And this has led to the city becoming very rich and thus many impressive and stately buildings were built here in the city’s heyday. The historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and for good reason, because these old buildings still captivate every visitor. The narrow winding streets make it an atmospheric city. Especially if you add the colored houses and beautiful churches. Once you've walked up the dizzying cobblestone slopes, you'll be rewarded with a view of 23 churches scattered across the hilly landscape.

Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro

The world-famous carnival in Rio de Janeiro transforms this big city into a paradise where festivities, happy people, pleasure, rhythm, dance and colorful costumes are center. You’ll see samba processions with accompanying music and dancing. Parties take place for days, and are all focused on the same thing: having fun. The carnival in Rio de Janeiro is a joyful celebration and an annual event. People from all over the world descend on the city during this time. You can't ignore it, the city swings!

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