a little of brazil

8/10/2019 A little of Brazil

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Brazil officially the Federative Republic

of Brazil is the largest country in South

America and the only Portuguese-

speaking country in the Americas,

Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the

east, Brazil has a coastline of over

7,491 kilometers 4,655 mi).It is

bordered on the north by

Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and

the French overseas department

of French Guiana; on the northwest

by Colombia; on the west by Bolivia

and Peru; on the southwest

by Argentina and Paraguay and on the

south by Uruguay

It also encompasses a number of oceanic archipelagos, such as Fernando

de Noronha, Rocas Atoll, Saint Peter and Paul Rocks, and Trindade and

Martim Vaz. Its size, relief, climate, and natural resources make Brazil

geographically diverse
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Brazil is the largest

national economy

in Latin America,

the world's eighth

largest economy at

market exchange rates

and the ninth

largest inpurchasing

power parity (PPP),

according to

the International

Monetary Fund and

the World Bank.
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Brazilian topography is also diverse and

includeshills, mountains, plains, highlands,andscrublands.The northwestern parts of the plateau consistof broad, rolling terrain broken by low, rounded

hills.The southeastern section is more rugged, with acomplex mass of ridges andmountainrangesreaching elevations of up to1,200 metres (3,900 ft).

Brazil has a dense and complex system of rivers,

one of the world's most extensive, with eight

major drainage basins, all of which drain into the

Atlantic.
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The climate of Brazil comprises a wide range of weather

conditions across a large area and varied topography, but

most of the country is tropical. According to the Kppen

system, Brazil hosts five major climatic subtypes:

equatorial, tropical, semiarid, highland tropical, temperate,

and subtropical.
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The different climatic conditions

produce environments ranging

from equatorial rainforests in the

north and semiarid deserts in the

northeast, to temperate coniferous

forests in the south and tropical

savannas in central Brazil. Many

regions have starkly different

microclimates.
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Brazil's large territory comprises different

ecosystems, such as the Amazon Rainforest,

recognized as having the greatest biological

diversity in the world, with the Atlantic

Forest and the Cerrado, sustaining the

greatest biodiversity. In the south,

the Araucaria pine forest grows under

temperate conditions.
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Larger mammals include pumas, jaguars, ocelots,

rare bush

dogs,and foxes; peccaries, tapirs,anteaters, slot

hs, opossums, and armadillos are

abundant. Deer are plentiful in the south, and

many species of New World monkeys are found

in the northern rain forests. Concern for the

environment has grown in response to global

interest in environmental issues.

The Macaw is a typical animal of Brazil

The country has one

of the world's most

diverse populations

of birds and

amphibians.
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The official language of Brazil is

Portuguese which is spoken byalmost all of the population and isvirtually the only language used innewspapers, radio, television, and

for business and administrativepurposes.


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The most popular sport in Brazil is football (soccer).

The Brazilian national football team is ranked among the

best in the world according to the FIFA World Rankings,

and has won the World Cup tournament a record five

times.

Brazil has hosted several high-profile international sporting

events, including the 1950 FIFA World Cup and has been

chosen to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
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Tourism in Brazil is a growing sector and key to the

economy of several regions of the country.

The country had 5 million

visitors in 2008and ranked

as the fourth largest

tourist destination in

the Americas the main

destination in South

America, and second

in Latin America

after Mexico, in terms of

the international tourist

arrivals.

Brazil offers for both domestic and international

tourists, an ample gamut of options, with natural areas

being its most popular tourism product, a combination

of ecotourism with leisure and recreation mainly sun

and beach, and adventure travel, as well as historic and

cultural tourism.
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The cataracts of the Iguaz, in the border between

Argentina and Brazil, are one of the great natural wonders

of South America. The height of the cataracts oscillates

between 60 and 80 m.s during the dry station the river is

branched off in two cataracts with increasing moon form,

but in the humid station the water is united in a great

cataract of more than 4 km in width.


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Cambori is a populated coastal city of the

state of Santa Catarina, where emphasize its

high buildings next to immense beaches.

Cambori is place with many hotels, malls and

nightclubs; its a city with

a lot of fun


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Rio de Janeiro is amongst the most famous places in Brazil. A

tourist has loads of things to look forward to in Rio de

Janeiro. From the natural beautiful surroundings to the

glorious music and celebrations, one can discover a whole lot of

things.

Out here, you can find the two largest forests of the world.

One can also revel in the carnival celebrations, which includes

parades and loads of music and dance. Copacabana, which lies

in the Southern zone of Rio de Janeiro is most famous for its

beach. This place is the hot spot especially during the New

Years Eve celebrations.


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So Paulo is located in South Eastern area of

Brazil and is also

known as the richest city. This is also the most populated

place. The So Paulo fashion week is one of the most

celebrated weeks which marks Brazils first entry into the

world of international fashion. Apart from this there are

many events that draw in huge crowds from various fields


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This state that lies in the Southern region of Brazil particularly attracts crowds

for its beautiful beaches. Florianpolis is the city that probably remains to be

the biggest attraction. One can find more than 500 gorgeous beaches out here.

Besides, at Santa Catarina, there are plenty of events and themes being planned

regularly throughout the year as a means of tourist attractions.

Santa Catarina has varied climates to offer and this itself proves to be one of

the reasons why people flock out here in large numbers.


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Fortaleza is located in the Northeastern

area of Brazil. Fortaleza remains to be

a popular tourist destination that

enjoys a warm climate throughout the

year. The warm waters in particular are

one of Fortalezas major attractions.

Every beach over here has its own

uniqueness. For example, Iracema is

where people meet together to party

till the next morning where as Praia do

Futuro is one that is most

recommended for surfing


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Salvador is located on the northeastern

coast of Brazil. The prime attractions

of the city of Salvador are the

sumptuous cuisine, the beautiful music

and the grand architecture. This city

also has the longest of coastlines

amongst all cities in Brazil. The

beautiful beaches are an ideal hotspot

for people who want to explore the

underwater life or even surf the large

waves. Apart from the beaches,

Salvador also has some of the best

shopping malls for the shopaholics


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This place remains to be one of the major

meeting points for all the rich and famous

people. The famous statue of Brigitte

Bardot stands testimony to this fact. This

peninsula is also known as Bzios. This area

is actually a very sophisticated beach resort

that has some of the finest facilities. From

extravagant luxurious things to delectable

cuisine, one can enjoy a very rocking

nightlife out here.


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