Introduction
Brazil is not only known around the world as the five time champion of the FIFA World Cup. It is also famous for its love of exotic dishes and many festivals that its people are fond of. Tourism is now one of the fastest growing sectors in the country. Annually millions of people come to the country’s former capital Rio De Jan for fun and festivals. With rich cultures and brilliant dishes vacations to Brazil is an experience one cannot just miss. So next time you plan to visit a fun filled and nonstop entertainment destination, plan your vacations to Brazil.
History
Vacations to Brazil are something that cannot be enjoyed without knowing something about Brazil itself. Brazil is officially named the Federative Republic of Brazil. One must also know that Brazil was formerly a colony of Portugal. It was in this era that the Europeans came and started to colonize this area. Brazil has seen a rapid economic growth and is considered a BRICS country; one of the emerging economies that are said to have captured the world markets. Brazil changed its capital to Brasilia which is like the Pakistani Capital Islamabad, one of the world’s most organized and planned cities. Brazil has a very strong impact on the world of football. It has won the world cup five times and has seen legends like Cafu, Rolando and Rivaldo play for the country. The great footballer Pele was also from Brazil.
Features
Vacations to Brazil should always begin with Rio de Janeiro. It was called the "Cidade Maravilhosa," which when translated into English means "Marvelous City." There is no doubt about its beauty and being marvelous as it is the most visited city in the southern Hemisphere and is famous for its Samba and Carnivals which are colorful and the parade in them is one that everyone enjoys. Also if you are a Christian or even for those who are not, one of the most breathtaking sites in the city is the huge Jesus Christ Statue that is known as Christ The Redeemer. It is one the most famous statues in the world and is associated not only with Christianity but in fact with the city itself. If you are in Brazil and haven’t got the chance to see this magnificent statue then your trip may well be useless. In 2006, it was named the new wonder of the world. Another way to have fun in Brazil is to attend the annual festivals and carnivals that happen here. One of the famous ones is the Rio Carnival that is famous for its exotic dances and cultural depiction of the city. This was also a central part of the movie “Rio.”
Tips and comments
One can have a lot of excitement and fun in Brazil, so try planning your vacations to Brazil during the months of festivities. With its rich heritage and cultural appetite one just cannot miss Brazil in its festive moods. If you are planning vacations in Brazil then remember that fun is where the city of Rio is.
