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BRAZIL

Brazil is the largest country in South America with bordering neighbours including Peru, Bolivia, Columbia and Paraguay. Known for its dense Amazon rain forest (the largest jungle in the world) and the Amazon river, Brazil's varied landscape sees vast wetlands, pine forests, dry grasslands, rugged hills, plateaus and coastal plains.

 

Brazil draws tourists worldwide not just for the beautiful landscape and diverse culture but for the sports hospitality and enthusiasm. Brazilians are avid football fans produce the greatest players. Visiting Brazil will be quite an experience and one to remember. Read on for more facts on Brazil, what attractions the country has to offer and learn cultural tips to ensure you enjoy your visit. 

Capital: Brasilia  (largest city: Sao Paulo)

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  • Population: 198.3 million

  • Area: 8.55m sq km (3.3m sq miles)

  • Major language: Portuguese

  • Major religion: Christianity (Roman Catholic)

  • Currency: real

FACTS
Attractions (things to See and Do)

Mountains/Gardens/Parks

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  • Sugarloaf Mountain

  • Corcovado Mountain

  • Pedra Da Garvea (hang gliding

  • Ibirapuera Park

  • Tijuca Forest

  • Lone Pine Koala Santuary

  • Botanical Garden of Coritiba

  • Parque Lage

  • Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park

  • Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

  • Rio De Janiero Botanical Garden

  • São Paulo Zoo

 

Architecture

 

  • Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim 

  • Escadaria Selarón Steps

  • Cathedral of Brasília

  • Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady Aparecida

  • Canela town (Recanto Japones)

  • Sao Paulo Cathedral

  • Wire Opera House

 

 

Dos and Don'ts  (cultural tips)
Brazil's beauty

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  • Do shake hands when greeting men and women kiss both cheeks

  • Do wait for a woman to extend hand before shaking

  • Do dress with flair as needed, Brazilians judge by appearance

  • Do dress down and avoid expensive jewelry for safety reasons

  • Do carry a map and avoid others knowing you are lost

  • Do bring flowers or small gift if invited to Brazilian house dinner

  • Do arrive at least 30 minutes late for dinner invitations 

  • Do arrive up to an hour late for a party or large gathering

  • Do get to know Brazilians before doing business effectively

  • Do meet Brazilians  face-to-face rather than written communication however they insist on detail legal contracts for business

  • Do know that business communication is informal and it's acceptable to interrupt someone speaking  

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  • Do not give handkerchiefs or purple colored gifts;they are for mourning

  • Do not do anything to embarrass a Brazilian since its a group culture criticizing an individual cause both to lose face with others and the breaking of the unwritten rule

 

 

Brazil map

Brazil map

Botafogo-Bay_Brazil

Botafogo-Bay_Brazil

Lagoa-da-Conceicao-Lake at Santa Catarina-Brazil

Lagoa-da-Conceicao-Lake at Santa Catarina-Brazil

Amazon river and rainforest_Brazil

Amazon river and rainforest_Brazil

Barra-Beach-salvador_Brazil

Barra-Beach-salvador_Brazil

Museum of Art_Brazil

Museum of Art_Brazil

Lamanai_Brazil

Lamanai_Brazil

Cathedral_Brazil

Cathedral_Brazil

Iguazu Falls-Brazil

Iguazu Falls-Brazil

Brazil Rio_de_Janeiro-Escadaria_Selaron-stairs

Brazil Rio_de_Janeiro-Escadaria_Selaron-stairs

Beto Carrera Brazil

Beto Carrera Brazil

Rio de Janeiro_Sugar Loaf Mountain Brazil

Rio de Janeiro_Sugar Loaf Mountain Brazil

Brazil Sugar-loaf-mountain-via cable car

Brazil Sugar-loaf-mountain-via cable car

Christ The Redeemer Statue-Brazil

Christ The Redeemer Statue-Brazil

Tijuca-Park_Brazil

Tijuca-Park_Brazil

Pinacoteca-do Estado_Brazil

Pinacoteca-do Estado_Brazil

Amazon Theatre_Brazil

Amazon Theatre_Brazil

Imperial (Palace) Museum_Brazil

Imperial (Palace) Museum_Brazil

Fort Copacabana-Brazil

Fort Copacabana-Brazil

Botanical-Garden-Of-Curitiba_Brazil

Botanical-Garden-Of-Curitiba_Brazil

Barra-Beach-salvador_Brazil

Barra-Beach-salvador_Brazil

The information on this site provides a good summary of Brazil for the traveller looking to make this beautiful country their next destination. For more details feel free to visit www.visitbrasil.com  

When planning to travel and visit other countries that you are not familiar with, it is good to learn a few things in addition to the attractions and activities that the country has to offer to make your visit just great. Why not learn a little of their culture and the Dos and Don'ts to help you understand whats acceptable and whats not to help you fit in the community.

 

Here is a small list below which should make interesting reading. Feast your eyes as well on the slide show gallery of photos depicting interesting places to look out for on your visit to Brazil. Enjoy!

Museum/Theatre/Art

 

  • Oscar Niemeyer Museum

  • Imperial Museum of Brazil

  • Inhotim Museum

  • São Paulo Museum of Art

  • São Paulo Museum of Image and Sound

  • Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo (art, history, culture)

  • Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro

  • Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

  • Amazon Theatre, Manaus

  • Historic Centre

  • Júlio Prestes Cultural Center

  • Wire Opera House

 

Beaches/Water Attractions

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  • Iguazu Falls

  • Fort Copacobana Beach

  • Fernando de Noronha

  • Leblon Beach

  • Hopi Hari

  • Beach Park at Porto das Dunas

  • Beto Carrero World

  • Canoa Quebrada

  • Arpoador Beach/surfing

 

 

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