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Angra dos Reis |
Angra dos Reis is one of the most beautiful places in Brazil, encompassing 365 islands and 2,000 beaches. Located 60 miles south of Rio, on the famous... |
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Belo Horizonte |
Belo Horizonte, is the fourth largest city in Brazil and the first to be planned. Surrounded by mountains and excellent climate, people there are known for being friendly and helpful despite the city's great size. The state cuisine is plentiful and delicious, with meats, desserts and cachaca. |
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Brasilia |
Brasilia, the capital of Brazil, with a harmonious and unique architecture, planned and designed by the world famous architects Lucio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer. It is a futuristic city in the midst of unspoiled nature in the Central Plateau with a vast number of fine hotels and restaurants. |
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Buzios |
Armaçao de Buzios, once a supply point for French pirate ships, gained international status with the visit of French actress Brigitte Bardot in the 60's, when... |
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Iguazu |
Located in the border with Argentina and Paraguay, Foz do Iguazu is a charming town that serves as the Brazilian gateway to the imposing and famous... |
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Manaus |
Amazonia is the world's largest tropical rainforest, spanning more than half of Brazil. Within the 2.5 million square miles of the Amazon Basin resides a... |
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Natal |
Natal has extraordinary beaches with tiny fishing villages and also freshwater beaches and falls. The Reis Magos Fort has on one side strong waves crashing against the rocks on which the fort is built. On the other side, the beach and reefs form a huge, natural aquarium. It is sure worth a visit. |
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Ouro Preto |
Founded in 1711, Ouro Preto, declared World Heritage, is built on rocky ground with cobbled streets wind up and down steep hills crowned with churches. Mansions, fountains, churches, ruins, shining towers with colored tiles, altogether, help keeping a delightful charming 18th century atmosphere. |
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Pantanal |
Pantanal is derived from the Portuguese word "pantano" which literally means "swamp". The Pantanal is one of the world's most immense and... |
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Paraty |
Paraty was founded in the early 17th century. Today it is a charming colonial town that was declared a National Historical Monument in 1966. Motor vehicle ... |
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Praia do Forte |
One of the most beautiful coastal regions in Brazil, located some 50 miles from Salvador is Praia do Forte. It is now a quiet resort, with a strong emphasis on preservation... |
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Recife |
Located on the world famous northeast coast, Recife is Brazil's fifth largest city. Called The "Venice of Brazil" thanks to its canals and waterways, which criss-cross the city and... |
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Rio de Janeiro |
Blessed with a wonderful natural setting wedged between mountains and the sea, watched from above by Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado... |
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Salvador |
Salvador, the capital of the state of Bahia is the fourth largest city in Brazil with a population of just over two million. The city is situated in the... |
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Sao Paulo |
Sao Paulo is the most important financial and cultural center in South America, regarded as a gateway for international business. The commerce of... |
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