Mount Roraima
Mount Roraima staddles the border between Brazil, Guyana and Venezuela. Its rock formations, rivers and waterfalls
are said to have inspired Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's book, "The Lost World." More recently, Mount Roraima served as
inspiration for a location in Disney/Pixar's "Up." The trip up
Roraima can take seven to 10 days, but the return hike takes two and hikers are rewarded with waterfall baths along
the way.
Mount Roraima, Roraima; +55 95 2121 2561
the way.
Mount Roraima, Roraima; +55 95 2121 2561
Iguazu Falls
The Iguazu Falls are made up of more than 270 smaller individual waterfalls, most of which, including Devil's Throat,
are on the Argentine side. From the tourist walkways on the Brazilian side, in Brazil's Iguazu National Park, you get
The Iguazu Falls are made up of more than 270 smaller individual waterfalls, most of which, including Devil's Throat,
are on the Argentine side. From the tourist walkways on the Brazilian side, in Brazil's Iguazu National Park, you get
fantastic, thought not entirely spray-free, panoramic views.
Iguaçu National Park, Paraná; +55 45 3521 4400; entry from $17.50/adult
Iguaçu National Park, Paraná; +55 45 3521 4400; entry from $17.50/adult
Canoa Quebrada
The popular dunes and beaches of Canoa Quebrada are a two-and-half-hour drive southeast of Fortaleza, the capital
of Ceará state in northeastern Brazil. Many locals still work as "jangada" fishermen. A 30-minute ride in a wooden
fishing raft costs around $5.
The popular dunes and beaches of Canoa Quebrada are a two-and-half-hour drive southeast of Fortaleza, the capital
of Ceará state in northeastern Brazil. Many locals still work as "jangada" fishermen. A 30-minute ride in a wooden
fishing raft costs around $5.
More info: www.visitbrasil.com
Fortaleza
On the northeast coast of Brazil, the capital of Ceará state is well known for lobster and fresh seafood. Fortaleza'surban
beaches are great for windsurfing and sailing.
On the northeast coast of Brazil, the capital of Ceará state is well known for lobster and fresh seafood. Fortaleza'surban
beaches are great for windsurfing and sailing.
More info: www.visitbrasil.com
Pelourinho
Pelourinho is the historic center of the city of Salvador in Bahia state. Its photogenic streets feature brightly colored
buildings, many with stucco facades. The colonial city is a convergence of European, African and indigenous cultures.
Pelourinho is the historic center of the city of Salvador in Bahia state. Its photogenic streets feature brightly colored
buildings, many with stucco facades. The colonial city is a convergence of European, African and indigenous cultures.
More info: www.visitbrasil.com
Tangua Park
Formerly a rubble recycling plant and a site for the disposal of industrial waste, Tangua Park was regenerated last
decade and now has a jogging track, bike path and waterfall and is a popular tourist attraction.
Formerly a rubble recycling plant and a site for the disposal of industrial waste, Tangua Park was regenerated last
decade and now has a jogging track, bike path and waterfall and is a popular tourist attraction.
Tangua Park, Rua Oswaldo Maciel, Taboão, Curitiba, Paraná; daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m
Botanical Garden of Curitiba
The path leading to this impressive greenhouse -- flanked by thousands of flowers -- is just as beautiful as the plants
within the glass and iron structure. At the Jardim das Sensacoes, visitors can be blindfolded to experience the textures
and aromas of plants in a more concentrated and novel fashion.
The path leading to this impressive greenhouse -- flanked by thousands of flowers -- is just as beautiful as the plants
within the glass and iron structure. At the Jardim das Sensacoes, visitors can be blindfolded to experience the textures
and aromas of plants in a more concentrated and novel fashion.
Botanical Garden of Curitiba, Rua Engenheiro Ostoja Roguski, 690, Curitiba, Paraná; +55 41 3362 1800; daily
6 a.m-7:30 p.m.; 6 a.m.-8 p.m. during summer
Jalapao State Park
The combination of plains, golden dunes, rivers and waterfalls makes Jalapao State Park a favorite with adventurers.
After rafting in the Novo River rapids you can swim by the emerald Formiga Waterfall, enjoying the park's relatively
untouched wilderness.
The combination of plains, golden dunes, rivers and waterfalls makes Jalapao State Park a favorite with adventurers.
After rafting in the Novo River rapids you can swim by the emerald Formiga Waterfall, enjoying the park's relatively
untouched wilderness.
Amazon rainforest
The world's largest and most biodiverse natural reserve takes up almost half of Brazil at more than 4 million square
kilometers. With a little luck, you can spot jaguars, pink dolphins and giant otters. Just bring strong mosquito repellant.
The world's largest and most biodiverse natural reserve takes up almost half of Brazil at more than 4 million square
kilometers. With a little luck, you can spot jaguars, pink dolphins and giant otters. Just bring strong mosquito repellant.
More info: www.visitbrasil.com
Dunas de Genipabu
A 15-minute drive north of Natal, the capital of Rio Grande do Norte state, Genipabu is best known for the buggy and
camel rides available within the dunes and lagoons. The dunes are always changing, shaped and carved by strong
winds along the Rio Grand do Norte coastline. One of the popular local pastimes is "esquibunda," which involves
sliding down the dunes on a wooden board.
A 15-minute drive north of Natal, the capital of Rio Grande do Norte state, Genipabu is best known for the buggy and
camel rides available within the dunes and lagoons. The dunes are always changing, shaped and carved by strong
winds along the Rio Grand do Norte coastline. One of the popular local pastimes is "esquibunda," which involves
sliding down the dunes on a wooden board.
More info: visitbrasil.com
Imperial Museum of Brazil
The former summer palace in the middle of Petrópolis was built in the mid-1800s. Displays include the Brazilian
Imperial Crown and Imperial Carriage. The museum is an hour's drive (70 kilometers) from Rio de Janeiro's city
center and is one of Brazil's most popular museums with an average of 300,000 visitors a year.
The former summer palace in the middle of Petrópolis was built in the mid-1800s. Displays include the Brazilian
Imperial Crown and Imperial Carriage. The museum is an hour's drive (70 kilometers) from Rio de Janeiro's city
center and is one of Brazil's most popular museums with an average of 300,000 visitors a year.
Imperial Museum of Brazil, Rua da Imperatriz, 220, Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro; +55 24 2245-5550; $3.50 per adult,
$1.75 per student, teacher and senior over 60, free for children under 7
Oscar Niemeyer Museum
Oscar Neimeyer was 95 years old when he completed the Museum of the Eye. The museum focuses on art,
architecture and design. Popularly known as "The Eye," the tower has four floors of exhibition space.
Oscar Neimeyer was 95 years old when he completed the Museum of the Eye. The museum focuses on art,
architecture and design. Popularly known as "The Eye," the tower has four floors of exhibition space.
Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Rua Marechal Hermes, 999, Curitiba, Paraná; +55 41 3350 4400; Tuesday-Sunday
10 a.m.-6 p.m.; $2.70 per adult, $1.40 per student, free admission for children under 12
Gruta do Lago Azul
The "Blue Lake Grotto" is part of one of the world's largest flooded cavities. Its blue waters extend more than 200
feet deep. The mysterious source of the lake is believed to be an underground river, but that has yet to be located.
The grotto is rich with prehistoric treasures. A Franco-Brazilian expedition in 1992 uncovered thousands of prehistoric
animal bones, including saber-tooth tigers and giant sloths.
The "Blue Lake Grotto" is part of one of the world's largest flooded cavities. Its blue waters extend more than 200
feet deep. The mysterious source of the lake is believed to be an underground river, but that has yet to be located.
The grotto is rich with prehistoric treasures. A Franco-Brazilian expedition in 1992 uncovered thousands of prehistoric
animal bones, including saber-tooth tigers and giant sloths.
More info: www.portalbonito.com.br
Fernando de Noronha
Located 354 kilometers off the coast of Brazil's northeast state of Pernambuco, the island of Fernando de Noronha is
a sea turtle and spinner dolphin sanctuary. The archipelago has some of the best diving and surfing in Brazil. To
preserve the ecology of the island, only 460 visitors are allowed on the island per day and a small Environmental
Preservation Tax is required.
Located 354 kilometers off the coast of Brazil's northeast state of Pernambuco, the island of Fernando de Noronha is
a sea turtle and spinner dolphin sanctuary. The archipelago has some of the best diving and surfing in Brazil. To
preserve the ecology of the island, only 460 visitors are allowed on the island per day and a small Environmental
Preservation Tax is required.
More info: www.noronha.pe.gov.br
Sao Miguel das Missoes
A tour down the Rota das Missoes (Mission Route) means stepping back to the early decades of the 17th century
to recall the work of the priests of Companhia de Jesus in their mission to evangelize natives in the south of the
country. The Jesuit mission's cathedral dates to the mid-1700s and was built over a span of 10 years by hundreds of
indigenous Guarani people. Everyday at nightfall, the Sound and Light Show tells the story of the rise and fall of the
Guarani people and the Jesuit missions of San Miguel.
A tour down the Rota das Missoes (Mission Route) means stepping back to the early decades of the 17th century
to recall the work of the priests of Companhia de Jesus in their mission to evangelize natives in the south of the
country. The Jesuit mission's cathedral dates to the mid-1700s and was built over a span of 10 years by hundreds of
indigenous Guarani people. Everyday at nightfall, the Sound and Light Show tells the story of the rise and fall of the
Guarani people and the Jesuit missions of San Miguel.
São Miguel das Missoes, Road RS-536, Gio Grande do Sul; +55 3381 1294
Bento Goncalves
Surrounded by hills, valleys and rivers, 24 municipalities make up the Grape and Wine Route in the south of Brazil.
Wineries, cantinas, boutique restaurants, craft shops, art studios and small cheese and other regional food production
facilities are scattered along the rural routes in the area. Bento Goncalves' love of wine and food stems from its
history as one of the centers of Italian immigration into Brazil in the 19th century. The popular Valley of Vineyards route
takes in visits to wineries and vineyards.
Surrounded by hills, valleys and rivers, 24 municipalities make up the Grape and Wine Route in the south of Brazil.
Wineries, cantinas, boutique restaurants, craft shops, art studios and small cheese and other regional food production
facilities are scattered along the rural routes in the area. Bento Goncalves' love of wine and food stems from its
history as one of the centers of Italian immigration into Brazil in the 19th century. The popular Valley of Vineyards route
takes in visits to wineries and vineyards.
Bento Goncalves, Gio Grande do Sul; +55 54 3055 7135
Elevador Lacerda
The elevator connecting Cidade Alta (Upper Town) and Cidade Baixa (Lower Town) in Salvador, Bahia, was the first to
be installed in Brazil, in 1873. The original two-car elevator was given an art deco makeover in 1930. The restored
and now four-cabin elevator provides the 22-second trip for around 10 cents.
The elevator connecting Cidade Alta (Upper Town) and Cidade Baixa (Lower Town) in Salvador, Bahia, was the first to
be installed in Brazil, in 1873. The original two-car elevator was given an art deco makeover in 1930. The restored
and now four-cabin elevator provides the 22-second trip for around 10 cents.
Elevador Lacerda, Praça Municipal, Centro Histórico, Salvador, Bahia; +55 71 3243 4030
Cathedral of Brasilia
Another marvel by Oscar Niemeyer, the 40-meter-high Cathedral of Brasilia and its suspended angels are bathed
with natural light shining through the stained glass. The circular structure has glass ceilings that start at the floor,
supported by 16 curved columns. The cathedral can hold up to 4,000 people.
Another marvel by Oscar Niemeyer, the 40-meter-high Cathedral of Brasilia and its suspended angels are bathed
with natural light shining through the stained glass. The circular structure has glass ceilings that start at the floor,
supported by 16 curved columns. The cathedral can hold up to 4,000 people.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Brasília, Esplanada dos Ministérios, lote 12, Brasília; +55 61 3224 4073
Chapada Diamantina National Park
Chapada Diamantina in the state of Bahia is one of the country's richest bio regions. Originally home to indigenous
Maracás Indians, the area was flooded by explorers in the 1700s looking for gold and, later, diamonds. Today, the
area is home to around 50 species of orchids, giant anteaters, wild cats and armadillos, as well as diverse flor
and numerous birds and snakes, providing a sample of rare beauty in the midst of the caatinga shrubland.
Chapada Diamantina in the state of Bahia is one of the country's richest bio regions. Originally home to indigenous
Maracás Indians, the area was flooded by explorers in the 1700s looking for gold and, later, diamonds. Today, the
area is home to around 50 species of orchids, giant anteaters, wild cats and armadillos, as well as diverse flor
and numerous birds and snakes, providing a sample of rare beauty in the midst of the caatinga shrubland.
More info: www.visitbrasil.com
Porto de Galinha
Often nominated as one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil, Porto de Galinhas has pools of warm, clear water
great for swimming and free diving, often with loggerhead turtles. At low tide, you can take trips on "jangandas" to se
schools of fish among the coral reefs. Porto de Galinhas is a one-hour drive north of Recife.
Often nominated as one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil, Porto de Galinhas has pools of warm, clear water
great for swimming and free diving, often with loggerhead turtles. At low tide, you can take trips on "jangandas" to se
schools of fish among the coral reefs. Porto de Galinhas is a one-hour drive north of Recife.
Porto de Galinhas, Ipojuca, Pernambuco; +55 81 3551 1156 (website Portuguese only)
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The World Cup may take center stage in Brazil over the next few weeks, but if you're traveling here, it's worth taking time away from the bars, pub, stadia and TV screens to enjoy some of the country's most beautiful assets.
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