Brazil

Undiscovered beauty

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Brazil

The fifth largest country in the world, Brazil is a land of amazing natural beauty. Whether you prefer to experience the excitement of Rio de Janeiro, escape to one of the thousands of top class beaches, or discover its many natural wonders, Brazil is a feast for the senses. And of course there are the people themselves, who delight you with their energy and joy. Brazil is a whole novo mundo waiting to be discovered...

A land that has forever captivated the imagination, Brazil is an immense country of nearly 200 million people, yet there are still huge swathes of pure wilderness untouched by the hand of Man. Birthplace of the samba and home of Carnaval, Brazil has a beating heart that will captivate the visitor with the warmth and energy of its people. Rio de Janeiro, one of the great cities of the world is also surrounded by pretty towns such as Paratí, Ouro Preto and Búzios.

To the south are the Iguaçu Falls, an awe-inspiring demonstration of nature’s power. To the northwest lies the vast Pantanal, the largest wetland in the world and the best place on the continent to view wildlife. Traveling north we find ourselves in the exotic and mysterious Amazon rainforest. It is home to the most diverse range of flora and fauna on the planet and of course the mighty Amazon River, the lifeblood of the forest. The Northeast of the country and the Atlantic coast is where you will find some of the finest beaches in the world. Big, bold and beautiful Brazil is a country of mythic proportions.

Brazil

Size: 120 times Ireland
Population: 190 million
Capital: Brasilia (3 million)
Other Main cities: São Paulo (20m), Rio de Janeiro (11m), Belo Horizonte (6m)
Currency: Brazilian Reais
Climate: Tropical
   South of Rio: Subtropical
Language: Portuguese
Time Difference: GMT -2 to -5
Health: Consult GP and/or Tropical Medical Bureau