Brazil is one of the most colourful locations in the world. Famous for the Amazon forests and the football fanatics, this nation has something for every type of traveller. In recent times, with the 2014 FIFA World Cup is one of the biggest reasons why a lot of people are visiting Brazil. With its soccer stars, samba music and supermodels, a lot of people are planning Trips to Brazil to see the football games in action.
The heart of South America, Brazil is about 60% covered by the tropical region. This means that you will get to see some of the biggest and the grandest varieties of flora and fauna here in the forests of Brazil. Thanks to the conservation techniques taken by a lot of people, Brazil can boast an impressive diversity in animals as well as in plants. An important thing to keep in mind is the fact that Brazil is a huge country. There are many sights and places to visit here. But most people come for two or three days, and during these trips to Brazil, here are some of the things that you should be visiting in Brazil (besides the World Cup of course!)
Rio de Janeiro: It is the place to be. With its fantastic beaches and its flamboyant carnivals, Rio is an actual feast for the eyes. Beaches are pristine and clean and the sands shimmer under the sun. The coastline is huge. This means that there are hundreds and thousands of beaches here. The greatest part is, there are beaches which are crowded as well as secluded ones!
The Redeemer’s Statue: This is one of the most famous statues in Rio and is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Standing at an impressive height of 120 feet and located at the top of a mountain, Christ overlooks the entire city of Rio.
If you have visited Brazil and want to experience another similar place, then a Trip to Chile should be on your bucket list. Chile is a place for adventurers. You can go hiking here, you can explore some of the oldest historical relics and you can even dine at some of the finest restaurants in South America. Chile will thus be a delectable palate for those who are in the mood for some extravaganza. So, when you are in Chile, don’t forget to explore the Easter Islands.
Easter Island has statues. Not just any statues, but statues of humongous heads sprouting above the ground like an ominous Grinch. In fact, the Easter Islands are counted as some of the most isolated and uninhabited islands in the world. The statues are called the Moai statues and are about 10 feet high. They weigh over 70 tonnes and are some of the biggest mysteries in the world. Every year hundreds and thousands of tourists take a trip to Chile and explore some of the best known mysteries and nature’s wonders here.