Top 5 Places That You Should Not Miss In Brazil

by Karen Carlat
(Canada)

Brazil is the largest South American Country that borders all other countries in the continent apart from Ecuador and Chile. Just the mention of Brazil and the first thing that comes to mind is great soccer players, fantastic and irresistible beaches, the famous Amazon forest, and rich architecture and culture. It might however surprise you to know that Brazil is one of the few mysterious lands full of contrast.

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Being the most famous and significant country in the whole of South America, without a doubt it has a lot more on offer, and the best part is that it does not disappoint. Warm and ever-friendly locales, great cities with a mixture of everything from modern cities to slums, and a wide gamut of weather patterns, an amazing combination of races and cultures, Brazil can never be explored by a single visit. Here are some of the places you should not miss in Brazil, especially if it is your first time there.

The Rio de Janerio
Famous for its natural beauty, irresistible beaches, and carnival celebrations, the Rio de Janerio is the second largest city in the country that boasts a wide gamut of tourist attractions. A major attraction is the huge statue of O Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer), that stands stately on the peak of the Corcovado Mountain. Take some time to visit some of the largest football stadia in the world, justifying the fact that Football is more of a religion than a craze in the amazing country of Brazil.

Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo is the largest and the most prosperous city among all Latin American cities. Take some time to visit Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Parque do Ibirapuera Park, and the Metropolitan Se Cathedral for a taste of what the city has in store for you.

Barra Grande
This is a beautiful and very peaceful village located far from the bustle and hustle of the busy cities. This is one of the few villages in the Brazilian coast that have managed to retain its traditional way of life and its charm. So peaceful and quiet is the village that people travel from all over the world just to get some peaceful get-away from the noise and hectic schedules of life.

Ilha Grande
A great island located off the coast of the Rio de Janeiro city. It is famous because of its pristine nature and offers great opportunities for exploration. The island is loved because of its rugged landscape, irresistible tropical beaches, and its pristine natural charm and beauty.

Trancoso
This is a rectangular shaped town is famous because it was the first place the famous Portuguese explorer Pedro Alvares Cabral landed way back on the 21st of April 1500. Many people believe that this Portuguese explorer was the first one to discover Brazil. The down dates back to 1583 where it was founded by Jesuit priests. Take some time to explore the rich architecture, culture and history that the town has retained to date.

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