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Monte Roraima rises above the meeting point of Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana, its flat summit surrounded by cliffs, clouds, and unusual rock formations. The…
Salinas, in northern Minas Gerais, is one of Brazil’s most important destinations for artisanal cachaça. The drink is closely tied to the region’s dry climate,…
Rio de Janeiro seems designed for the camera. Granite peaks rise behind white beaches, tiled stairways add bold color to hillside neighborhoods, and the…
Abrolhos Marine National Park protects a remarkable chain of volcanic islands and coral reefs off the southern coast of Bahia. The archipelago is known for…
Olinda Carnival transforms the historic hills of Pernambuco into one of Brazil’s most vibrant outdoor celebrations. From the days before Ash Wednesday through…
Capybaras are among Brazil’s most recognizable wild animals, yet seeing them in their natural environment requires more than visiting a city zoo. These giant…
The Caatinga is Brazil’s only exclusively national biome, stretching across much of the Northeast’s semi-arid interior. Its name comes from Tupi words often…
Florianópolis combines the energy of a Brazilian coastal city with the landscape of an Atlantic island. Known locally as Floripa, it offers long beaches,…
A stay in the Brazilian Amazon can combine deep wilderness, thoughtful design, excellent guiding, and remarkable comfort. The finest jungle lodges replace…
A journey to Indigenous villages in the Xingu Indigenous Park requires more planning than a conventional Brazilian excursion. The territory is protected…