Brazil is the largest country in both South America and Latin America and fifth largest in the world. It is a country of great diversity and contrast, from the bustling urban mosaic of São Paulo, the infinite energy of Rio de Janeiro to the wilderness of the Amazon rainforest and world-class landmarks such as the Iguaçu Falls. One of Brazil’s most valuable assets is its dense covering of rainforests known as the “lungs of the world” for the valuable oxygen that they release.From mid-September to mi-October 2018 we had the chance to explore a bit of this beautiful country: Brazil! We went from Sao Paulo, in the South, up to Jericoacoara in the North.
Brazil
Brazil is the largest country in both South America and Latin America and fifth largest in the world. It is a country of great diversity and contrast, from the bustling urban mosaic of São Paulo, the infinite energy of Rio de Janeiro to the wilderness of the Amazon rainforest and world-class landmarks such as the Iguaçu Falls. One of Brazil’s most valuable assets is its dense covering of rainforests known as the “lungs of the world” for the valuable oxygen that they release.
Like for many other people, Iguaçu Falls were on top of our bucket list of things to do in South America! And after having seen them, we completely understand why there are considered one of…
Ceará is a state in the North East region of Brazil. We managed to rent a car which opened up the possibility explore the state by driving about half of its 600km of sandy coastline and inimaginable beaches
In 1982, UNESCO added Olinda to the list of Historical and Cultural Patrimony of Humanity. The reason being that many historical monuments have been luckily preserved in Olinda…
The complete name of Salvador is: São Salvador da Bahia de Todos os Santos (translated as Saint Savior from the Bay of All Saints). Why? Because Amerigo Vespucci.
The Vale do Pati is a protected area within the Chapada Diamantina National Park. Inhabited by only 13 families, it is a beautiful place of preserved nature. The only access is by foot…
Chapada Diamantina is a region in the center of Bahia State in Brazil. Its name literally translate as the Diamond Plateau. Indeed this area is composed mainly of …
Rio de Janeiro has so much to offer that knowing where to start can be overwhelming! We didn’t have time to do everything we would have liked to do but we really enjoyed it. Rio de Janeiro is amazing!
The old center of Rio de Janeiro is different from the beach district of Ipanema and Copacabana, where the streets are filled with merchants and businessmen alike.
One of the most iconic status in the world, the statue of Christo Rendentor, or Christ the Redeemer, sits on top of Corcovado mountain, in the center of Rio de Janeiro.
Trindade is a small town about 25km South from Paraty and it is the perfect hang-out spot for a day. Amazing beaches are aligned one after another …
Paraty is a highly advisable stop on the way. It’s about 6 hours from Sao Paulo, 4 hours from Rio de Janeiro. But most importantly: it is a very very beautiful little city.
Cananeia is the southernmost city in the state of Sao Paulo, on an island between the mainland and a bigger island: Ilha Comprida.
In the south of Sao Paulo, near Registro we were able to visit a local farm of our friend that produces vegetables and fruits.
Sao Paulo, the city of contrasts! We were lucky enough to meet some friends in Sao Paulo who took the time to advise us and show us around. Best guides ever!
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