How about a winter in Brazil?

 


Geography & Nature:

  • Brazil is the largest country in South America and the 5th largest in the world
  • The Amazon Rainforest covers about 60% of Brazil and contains about 20% of the world's freshwater
  • Brazil has over 4,600 miles of coastline along the Atlantic Ocean
  • It shares borders with 10 different countries, every South American country except Chile and Ecuador

Culture & People:

  • Portuguese is the official language, making Brazil the largest Portuguese-speaking country in the world
  • Brazil is known for its vibrant Carnival festival, especially in Rio de Janeiro
  • Soccer (football) is hugely popular - Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup 5 times
  • The country is famous for its diverse music styles, including samba and bossa nova

History & Economy:

  • Brazil gained independence from Portugal in 1822
  • It was the last country in the Western world to abolish slavery (1888)
  • The capital city is Brasília, which was purpose-built in the 1960s
  • Brazil is one of the world's largest producers of coffee, soybeans, and sugar cane

Natural Resources:

  • The country has vast mineral resources including gold, diamonds, and iron ore
  • Brazil is a major producer of renewable energy, with hydroelectric power providing about 65% of its electricity

Unique Features:

  • The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
  • São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere
  • The country is home to around 1,800 species of birds and 100,000 species of insects



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