About Brazil
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Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil (Portuguese:
Brasil or República Federativa do Brasil), is a country
in South America. It is the fifth-largest country by geographical
area, the fifth most populous country, and the fourth most
populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean
on the east, Brazil has a coastline of over 7,367 kilometres.
It borders Venezuela, Suriname, Guyana and the department
of French Guiana to the north, Uruguay to the south, Argentina
and Paraguay to the southwest, Bolivia and Peru to the west,
and Colombia to the northwest. Numerous archipelagos are part
of the Brazilian territory, such as Penedos de São
Pedro e São Paulo, Fernando de Noronha, Trindade e
Martim Vaz and Atol das Rocas.
Brazil is cut through by the Equator and Tropic of Capricorn
and is home to varied fauna and flora, as well as extensive
natural resources. The Brazilian population tends to concentrate
along the coastline in large urban centers. While Brazil has
one of the largest populations in the world, population density
is low and the inner continental land has large areas of low
population.[3] The official language is Portuguese [4] and
Catholicism is the predominant religion.
Brazil was colonized by Portugal from 1500 until its independence
in 1822. The republican system has been adopted since 1889,
although its parliament dates back to 1824, when the first
constitution was ratified. Its current Constitution defines
Brazil as a Federative Republic.[4] The Federation is formed
by the indissoluble association of the States, the Federal
District, and the Municipalities.[4] There are currently 26
States and 5,564 Municipalities.[5]
Brazil is the world's 9th largest economy in terms of purchasing
power and the 10th largest economy at market exchange rates.
The country has a diversified middle-income economy with wide
variations in development levels and mature manufacturing,
mining and agriculture sectors. Technology and services also
play an important role and are growing rapidly. Brazil is
a net exporter, having gone through free trade and privatization
reforms in the 1990s. In spite of important economical achievements,
many social issues still hamper development.
Source: Wikipedia
Travel
Brazil has many exciting cities, ranging from pretty colonial
towns and coastal hideouts to hectic, lively metropolises;
these are a few of the more prominent travel destinations:
* Brasília - The capital of Brazil, and an architectural
spectacle. Noteworthy buildings include a basket-shaped Cathedral,
the beautiful Arches Palace (seat of the Ministry of Justice)
and others.
* Belém - The second largest city in the Amazon region.
Religious festivals (Cirio de Nazare), traditional market
(Ver-o-Peso).
* Curitiba - The capital of the state of Paraná is
known for its innovative urban solutions, it still keeps its
traditional spirit and features of the european immigrants,
mostly from Italy, Germany and slavic countries.
* Florianópolis - The major city in Brazil located
in an island in the Atlantic Ocean, with lakes, lagoons, amazing
nature and more than 40 clean, beautiful and full of nature
beaches.
* Fortaleza -- A good base for exploring the beaches of the
northeastern coast, including Jericoacoara.Also,off the tourist
track,for the adventurous,the interior 'bairros'(neighborhoods)offer
unparalleled views and experiences of richness,poverty,intimacy,
and sometimes danger.
* Recife - A major city in the Northeast region, originally
settled by Dutch colonizers. Nicknamed "The Brazilian
Venice", it is built on several islands linked by many
bridges. Rich in history, art and folklore. Do not miss neighboring
Olinda and Porto de Galinhas. The city is also a gateway to
the amazing archipelago of Fernando de Noronha.
* Rio de Janeiro - World famous, beautiful city that welcomes
visitors with that big statue of an open-armed Jesus atop
Corcovado Hill.
* Salvador - The first capital of Brazil is home to a unique
blend of indigenous, African and European cultures. Its Carnival
fun is famous, and the influence of African culture and religion
is remarkable.
* São Paulo - Brazil's largest, richest and most cosmopolitan
city, where you can find traces of most major cultures of
Earth, including Italian, Japanese, German, Russian, Jamaican,
Greek and Arab.
Brasil is a huge country with different climate zones. In
the north, near the equator there is a wet and a dry season;
from about Sao Paulo down to the south there is spring/summer/fall/winter.
Source: Wikitravel
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