Tourist information

Brazil: Tourist Information

Brazil is rich in natural beauty and incredible destinations for any time of year. The vast territory and influence of native peoples and immigrants from different parts of the world resulted in a country of enormous cultural and ethnic diversity. These ingredients are reflected in the behaviour of Brazilians: creative and friendly people.

A destination for more than six million foreign visitors in 2013, Brazil was appointed the best tourist destination in the world for 2014 by the travel guide Lonely Planet, a year marked by the country's hosting of the World Cup. In 2015, it will host, for the first time, the global competition for professional education – the WorldSkills Competition, and in 2016, it will again be in the spotlight for major events when Rio de Janeiro will host the Olympic Games.

The largest country in Latin America and the fifth largest by land area in the world, Brazil extends 8.5 million square kilometres, covering a huge range of climates and biomes. There are more than 7,300 kilometres of coastline, famous for beautiful beaches that stand out among the great routes of world tourism. The coastal strip has reefs, mangroves and dunes, along with paradisiacal scenery and famous warm water beaches.

The Country's inland also boasts beautiful landscapes formed by waterfalls, rivers and natural aquariums, with a series of routes with hiking trails, rapids, river beaches, fishing and boating. Surrounded by these wildlife sanctuaries are modern cities rich in attractions such as museums, historical monuments, craftwork, music, dance, cuisine, arts and audiovisual.