Top 10 Brazil Tourist Attractions

Ancient colonial towns full of artistic Baroque architectures carved with riches, tropical beaches sparkling with white sand and crystal clear water, never ending mysterious rainforests, ancient tribes still unknown to us, thousands of birds and wild creatures, Brazil is country that offers once in a lifetime experiences for both local and international tourists. This 5th largest country in the world has some of the greatest tourist attractions in the whole world. Here I list the top ten Brazil tourist attractions:

10. Ouro Preto

Ouro Preto meaning “Black Gold” is the home to some of the most attractive buildings in Brazil. It is a former mining town from the period of Portuguese colonial ruling located the state of Minas Gerais. During the golden age of the 18th century, it was known as Vila Rica meaning the village of the rich. The famous “gold rush” that took place in Brazil in the 17th century gave birth to this captivating town full of fascinating Baroque architectures. Its architectural beauty and popularity among tourist makes it the number ten of all the Brazil tourist attractions.

09. City Center of Olinda

The Historic Center in the Town of Olinda, another gorgeous Portuguese colonial establishment, is a world heritage site and one of the most visited Brazil tourist attractions. The center is the cultural heart of the city and the venue for the street carnivals of Olinda. The local art studios exhibit many splendid handmade crafts, portraits, sculptures, patchwork, ceramics and many other works. Many Bars, inns, cafes and restaurants are placed here to appropriately accommodate and entertain the visitors.

08. Teatro Amazonas

Teatro Amazonas, an opera theater with great historic and architectural significance, lies in the city of Manaus in the midst of the Amazon rainforest. Holding furniture from France, Carrera marbles from Italy and steels from England, this Renaissance architecture holds a spectacular interior. But its most brilliant feature would be the Dome which is covered with 36,000 sparkly ceramic tiles in the colors of the Brazilian national flag. Built during the boom in rubber trade at the end of the 18th century, this great theater hosts some great cultural and musical events all year long and easily makes this list of top ten Brazil tourist attractions.

07. Fernando de Noronha

Sparkling white sands, Crystal clear water, exquisite green forests by the shore, colorfully painted birds and beautiful sea creatures make this archipelago a tropical heaven in Brazil. Named after the Portuguese merchant “Fernando de Noronha”, these islands can be found at the Atlantic about 354 kilometers offshore from the northeastern coast of Brazil. Providing easy access for the independent explorers, the islands are very well preserved.

 The amazingly clear waters quickly turn this place into an addiction for the divers. Home to a few 3000 people, the islands are few of the most beautiful Brazil tourist attractions.

06. Salvador Beaches

Salvador, the capital of the state of Bahia, is a renowned city rich in historical, cultural and natural elements. Along the coastline of the city, some of the most gorgeous beaches in Brazil such as La Libertad, Playa El Sunzal and many more are located. The exciting and vibrant city full of friendly people and their delightful hospitality make these beaches few of the most must visit Brazil tourist attractions. A hot spot for the divers and surfers, these shores of Salvador will instantly make you feel at home.]

05. Pantanal

Spreading across an area of about 195,000 square kilometers, Paternal is the world’s largest tropical wetland bearing a very spectacular and diverse ecosystem, making it one of the most popular Brazil tourist attractions. Home to the largest Jaguar population in the world, the Pantanal is also full of other amazing wildlife like tapir, Hyacinth macaws,anteater, piranha and nearly a thousand species of birds. Love visiting naturally beautiful sites? You shouldn’t miss visiting Pantanal.

04. Rio Carnival

Brazilians are among the most festive people in the world and the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is certainly a proof to that sentiment. With more than two million people dancing and celebrating in the streets this is considered the largest carnival in the world. During the 4 days of the carnival the streets are filled with twirling samba dancers and pounding drummers from various Samba schools from all around Brazil. Jam-packed with stunningly dressed revelers and dancers with vibrant contrasts and colors and many dazzlingly decorated platforms this Carnival will offer you an unforgettable experience second to none. When the name of Brazil comes in anyone’s mind, the first thing to come in mine next should be Rio carnival, making it one of the best Brazil tourist attractions.

03. Amazon River

Amazon, one of the most visited Brazil tourist attractions,  is the second biggest river in the world in terms of length but the greatest in terms of the water it carries. The amazon basin houses the largest and almost half of the remaining total rainforest of the world covering an area of approximately 7,000,000 square kilometers. This mysterious land around the river is home to many ancient tribes some unaware of the modern civilizations.There are a few areas in the jungle where human are yet to set foot. Home to 10 million living species the Amazon River and the surrounding forest can offer you one of the greatest adventures imaginable.

02. Iguacu Falls

Along the border lines of Argentina on the Iguazu Riverstands, the Iguaçu Falls a great magnificence of the Mother Nature. This beautiful falls system is actually a collection of 275 falls which splits through the territory between Brazil and Argentina. Most famous among these falls is the u shaped one named “devils throat”. These falls is said to be the symbol of eternal love according to the ancient legend of Naipí a mortal women who was cursed and sealed into the falls along with her lover for disobeying a god. The stunning mist and rainbows formed by the great streams of water surely make for a divine sight. Maybe the Iguaçu Falls are the best naturally beautiful of all Brazil tourist attractions.

01.  Christ the Redeemer

Christ the Redeemer is one of the most famous statues of Jesus Christ ever made. Reflecting the famous “art deco” design, it is built at the top of the Corcovado Mountain in the city of Rio de Janeiro. This iconic statue weighing approximately 635 tons was constructed as a symbol of Brazil’s belief in Christianity. Visitors can get a sweeping view of the entire city and far into the ocean from the base of the statue. With utmost cultural and religious connotation Christ the Redeemer is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. You should find Christ the Redeemer as the top of all Brazil tourist attractions in many other lists on the web.

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