Nature of Brazil - national parks and reserves for active recreation

Brazil owes its cultural diversity to the last three hundred years of immigration. Aspects of socialization of Brazilians from different social groups …
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National and city parks of Brazil
♥ World Heritage Site 'Central Amazon Conservation Complex' . On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks' . On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Iguaçu National Park' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Da Ilha Do Cardoso' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual De Ilhabela' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Acarai' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Altamiro De Moura Pacheco' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alto Do Cariri' . On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Biribiri' . On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Central Amazon Conservation Complex' . On the map


♥ World Heritage Site 'Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks' . On the map


♥ World Heritage Site 'Iguaçu National Park' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Da Ilha Do Cardoso' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual De Ilhabela' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Acarai' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Altamiro De Moura Pacheco' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alto Do Cariri' . On the map


♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Biribiri' . On the map


Famous places and sights of Brazil
Lencois Maranhenses Beach
From the series “Top 15 Most Romantic Beaches on Earth”
The incredible natural sight can only be admired in rainy season. Besides the romantic walks along the beaches, tourists here have a great selection of other exciting entertainments. Fans of extreme sports will have an opportunity to ride on barkhans on a sand board, and also appreciate the beauty of the nature … Read all
Sao Paulo Beaches
From the series “Dangerous and Treacherous Beaches That Can Be Lethal”
2002 was one of the first tragic seasons in Sao Paulo. Alone on the beach Conceicao there were 38 cases of piranha attacks. The number of accidents on the Sao Paulos beaches is increasing every year. In December 2009, 74 people of Piranhas were injured. Fortunately, there was still a lethal exit to this day, which would be connected with the piranhas attacks in São Paulo. However, the bites of the dangerous predators often lead to the amputation of the body members, which is a single way to save the life of man.
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time.
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The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time.

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Photogallery of Brazil
Cultural sights in regions of Brazil
Another interesting city attraction is the Cristo Luz (Christ Light) statue that was installed on the top of the hill Morro da Cruz in 1997. It looks pretty much like the legendary statue of Christ in Rio. Climbing to the top of the hill is a very popular activity among tourists. Here, they can not only admire the huge statue up close but also enjoy the stunning panorama of the city. At night time, the 33-meter statue is decorated with beautiful artistic illumination. The city is famous … Read more

To go on learning the artworks of prominent painters tourists should pay a visit to the Sao Paulo Museum of Art which is housed in a building of a university of Sao Paulo. Apart from antique pictures the museum keeps a rich collection of engravings and fine prints, photos, sketches and sculptures. The museum often holds exhibitions of works by modern artists of pictorial and statuary art. Another cultural establishment offering the same exciting collections of artworks is the Galeria Jacques … Read more

There are also some priceless religious monuments in the city. Rio de Janeiro Cathedral is considered the main shrine of the city. The construction of the church was completed in 1808. Intricate stained glass windows, beautiful gleaming dome, exquisite decoration of the hall – there are no unnecessary parts in the design of the church. Near the cathedral is located an ancient Carmelite church built in the 16th century. You will also find an ancient monastery nearby. Visitors of the city … Read more

The Cathedral of Salvador is an architectural monument of a much earlier period. Its strict and gloomy appearance is truly fascinating. The cathedral built in the late 17th century was originally the main Jesuit temple in the city. At present, the beautiful cathedral serves as the seat of the Archbishop of Salvador. One of the best places to admire architectural monuments is Vitoria Corridor Avenue. Near the avenue are the most luxurious colonial palaces, whose impeccable appearance is … Read more

One of the city's most visited cultural facilities is the Santa Catarina History Museum (Museu Histyrico de Santa Catarina), whose exposition is devoted to the process of settling the island by European immigrants. The beautiful Cruz e Sousa Palace (Palacio Cruz e Sousa) currently housing the museum was built in 1770 and is believed to be one of the most spectacular architectural monuments of the city. The building was converted into a museum only in 1984. Prior to this, the palace belonged to … Read more

A quite unusual cultural institution is the Centre for Tourism and crafts occupying the old prison building. It operates an interesting art gallery, as well as several permanent exhibitions representing unique handmade products of wood, glass, and fabric. Visitors to the center are invited to appreciate the wealth of its exhibitions and buy some unique memorable souvenirs. Several times a week, music performances take place in the center. Another remarkable symbol of the city is its old … Read more

Speaking of religious places, we should definitely mention the beautiful Catedral Metropolitana. It is amazingly beautiful building striking with its unique architectural style. The cathedral surprises with its grand scale; up to five thousand people can comfortably accommodate there. The opening of the cathedral took place relatively recently, in 1978. The famous French architect Georges Mans has worked with it. A visit to Theatro José de Alencar would be a good way to make vacations rich; … Read more

The building of the National Council is one of the most interesting buildings of the city. The shape of the building is an exact copy of the famous temple of Ramses II. Tourists usually enjoy excursions to Pantanal Lake, which surrounds the city from all sides. Landscapes of wondrous beauty and inexpressible atmosphere of peace and quiet attract artists, romantics and travelers to the shores of the lake. People come there to enjoy the truly unique natural attraction. Brasilia has the full … Read more
