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10. Sao Paulo
Not only is Sao Paulo the largest city in Brazil, but it is also one
of the largest in the world according to population. Located in
southeastern Brazil, Sao Paulo is known for its skyscrapers, gastronomy
and robust culture scene. Although Sao Paulo is known for its concrete
jungle, it is also home to a large number of public parks and even
portions of the Atlantic rainforest.
9. Brasilia
Located in the Brazilian Highlands, Brasilia was installed in 1960 as
Brazil’s capital. Brazil’s former President Juscelino Kubitschek
ordered the city to be planned and developed into what some refer to as a
utopia. Brasilia’s modern day infrastructure is designed in the shape
of an airplane in which each of its sections serve as different
districts such as government, commercial, residential and cultural.
8. Fortaleza
Nice beaches, dynamic shopping and lively culture all make Fortaleza
one of Brazil’s popular places to visit. The capital of the Ceará state
on the country’s northeastern coast, Fortaleza is Brazil’s fifth largest
city. Fortaleza also serves as the jumping-off point for many visitors
to truly spectacular beaches, rolling dunes and idyllic fishing villages
up and down the Ceará coast.
7. Parati
A paradise of tropical forests, waterfalls, emerald sea and coastal
mountains, Parati is a popular tourist attraction located along Brazil’s
Green Coast in the Rio de Janeiro state. Also spelled Paraty, this
beautiful city is a former Portuguese colony established on the shores
of the Bay of Ilha Grande.
6. Recife
Nicknamed the “Venice of Brazil” because of its numerous waterways
and bridges, Recife is the capital of the Pernambuco state and one of
the largest and most important cities on Brazil’s northeastern coast.
Situated amid tropical forests with many islands and rivers, Recife is a
popular tourist destination because of its scenery, historic old town,
beaches and vibrant culture.
One of Brazil’s best-preserved colonial cities, Olinda
is located on Atlantic Coast in the northeastern state of Pernambuco.
Perched on a picturesque hilltop surrounded by trees, Olinda’s historic
downtown is a treasure trove of colonial churches, colorful old houses,
restaurants, museums and numerous artisan studios.
4. Manaus
The capital of the Amazonas state in northwestern Brazil, Manaus
is an important tourist destination because it serves as a gateway to
the Amazon rainforest. As a result of the region’s flourishing rubber
industry during the early 20th century, Manaus today is one of Brazil’s
largest cities, featuring distinguished landmarks like the Amazonas
Opera House, and the Rio Negro Palace.
3. Salvador
A historic Old City, beautiful beaches, lively culture and one of the
world’s biggest Carnival celebrations all fashion Salvador into one of
the best places to visit in Brazil. One of the oldest cities in the
Americas, Salvador is Brazil’s third largest city and the capital of the
Bahia state.
2. Iguazu Falls
One of the world’s most stunning natural wonders, Iguazu Falls is a
series of magnificent waterfalls located on the Iguazu River, straddling
the border between Brazil and Argentina. The falls in and of
themselves are a breathtaking spectacle, but their beauty is all the
more enhanced by the surrounding lush forest teeming in exotic wildlife.
The gateway to the falls on the Brazilian side is Foz do Iguaçu, a big
and reasonably safe city by Brazilian standards.
1. Rio de Janeiro
There is no destination on earth more animated and exciting than Rio de Janeiro.
Located in southeastern Brazil, Rio de Janeiro is the most visited city
of South America due to its famous mountains, landmarks, beaches and
Carnival festival. Rio de Janeiro is situated on one of the world’s
largest harbors surrounded by natural attractions that include the
Sugarloaf and Corcovado mountains and famous beaches like Copacabana and
Ipanema. The city’s iconic landmark is the enormous Christ the Redeemer
statue sitting atop Corcovado mountain.