| Even though Brazil covers almost half of South | | | | flavors. Salvador is known for being the center of |
| America a majority of its residents live on the coast. | | | | Brazilian music and other great clubs and bars |
| The residents of Brazil vary in ethnic orientation as well | | | | featuring live music of Brazil. |
| as economic status. Because of the people and the | | | | If you are interested in exploring underground lakes like |
| lush landscape, Brazil is a fabulous place to visit. | | | | Lago Azul and viewing spectacular waterfalls, be sure |
| One of the most popular places to visit when in Brazil | | | | to visit the Diamantina National Park. |
| is Rio de Janeiro. This city is known as the marvelous | | | | Travel to Northern Brazil and you can visit the |
| city and has one of the most beautiful settings in the | | | | Amazon River. You can also visit one of the world's |
| world. It boasts beautiful beaches and breathtaking | | | | biggest and most spectacular falls located where |
| views. | | | | Paraguay, Argentia and Brazil meet. If you are more |
| While in Rio you can view the Christ the Redeemer | | | | interested in seeing some exotic wildlife be sure to visit |
| statue which sits on top of Corcovado. | | | | the Pantanal Wetlands. The huge area extends into |
| There are also a multitude of beaches that you can | | | | Bolivia and Paraguay. |
| visit depending on your lifestyle. Rios main beaches | | | | A heavenly village nestled on the coast is Jericocoara. |
| include Arpoador, Barra da Tijuca, Botafogo, Flamengo, | | | | While there you can take in awesome views of a |
| Leblon, Leme, Pepino and Vidigal. | | | | sparkling white sand-dune desert and a gorgeous |
| Rio is also home to some wonderful museums, | | | | turquoise sea. |
| including the Museu Historico Nacional. However, the | | | | Brazil 's capital, Brasilia, and does not have a lot to |
| Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio De Janeiro houses | | | | offer the tourist as the cities of Rio and Sao Paulo or |
| Brazil's most important collection of modern art. If you | | | | the Northeast section of the country. However, there |
| are interested in learning more about Brazillian history, | | | | is some interesting architecture to see. A guided tour is |
| be sure to visit the Museu da Republica. | | | | recommended if you want to venture into the capital. |
| Another great city is Sao Paulo. It is South America's | | | | If you are lucky enough to visit Brazil anywhere from |
| largest city with over 17 million residents and is Brazils | | | | December to March you can participate in Bahia's |
| financial, commercial and industrial heartland. As a | | | | Carnival which is a lavish festival with memorable |
| tourist, you will not want to miss it's famed nightlife or | | | | parties, music and great Latin American food. Carnival |
| grand shopping opportunities. | | | | in Rio takes place in February/March. Local residents |
| Salvador da Bahia is the state capital and is split into | | | | dress in lavish, colorful costumes and it is known as |
| upper and lower sections. This city is perfect for a long | | | | one of the biggest parties in the world to celebrate |
| walking excursion because most of Salvador's | | | | Lent. |
| museum, palaces and churches are concentrated | | | | Brazil has many other cultural things to offer than just |
| within Cidade Alta. This is also the place to find local | | | | beautiful beaches. Take a trip to Brazil to explore and |
| craftsmanship finds. Head for the Mercado Modelo to | | | | learn about this rich country in South America. |
| find the best in Brazil, with a focus on rich African | | | | |