8. Bonito: if you\u2019re passionate about wildlife and adventure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\nBrazil is a land of many wonders, but some definitely stand out. Check out this list of 8 must-see brazilian landmarks and make sure to add at least some of them to your itinerary!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nBrazil is a vast country and being the size of a whole continent has its advantages, of course. In Brazil, you can visit incredible beaches, be close to wildlife, enjoy the nightlife of big cities and the calmness of countryside all in one single trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re having a hard time choosing between all the incredible things you can do while in Brazil, this one\u2019s for you. Here we have listed the top 8 landmarks in Brazil so you can add the ones you like the most to your trip and enjoy Brazil as much as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Must-See Landmarks in Brazil<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/span>1. Iguazu Falls: to see the power of nature<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Iguazu Falls (Cataratas do Igua\u00e7u<\/em>, in portuguese) is part of the incredible Iguazu National Park, which is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1986. Known for being one of the world\u2019s largest and most impressive waterfalls, this one is a must-see for its display of the power of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThere, you can get a closer look at the falls as there\u2019s a walkway that extends to the Devil\u2019s Throat, where about half the river flow falls. For those looking for extra adventure, local agencies also offer separate tours that include an even closer look at the falls by boat (and yes, you\u2019ll get soaked!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beyond the Iguazu Falls, you can also visit Itaipu Dam nearby, the second biggest hydroelectric power station in the world, and neighboring cities in Paraguay and Argentina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>2. Niter\u00f3i Contemporary Art Museum: easy to miss near Rio<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nRio de Janeiro is a must-see for every single tourist who arrives in Brazil. Niter\u00f3i, right next to Rio, however, is easy to miss if you\u2019re not paying good attention. Niter\u00f3i is mostly visited by tourists for its incredible Contemporary Art Museum, designed by brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, considered one of the best of his generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The design of the museum is already enough reason to visit, but inside you\u2019ll find more than 1.2 thousand pieces of contemporary art, making it the second biggest collection of its kind in Brazil. A must-see for art lovers, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To get to Niter\u00f3i, the most common way of transportation is by car by crossing the Rio-Niter\u00f3i bridge, one of the longest of its kind in the world, with an extension of more than 8 miles. Alternatively, you can access Niter\u00f3i by a boat that crosses the Bay, a nice way to spend some time in the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you\u2019re there, you can also take some time to see the historical site of the Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress, surrounded by incredible views of the Guanabara Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>3. Christ the Redeemer: the #1 must-see<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nYou can\u2019t really say you\u2019ve been to Brazil without visiting Christ the Redeemer, right? The Cristo Redentor<\/em>, as it\u2019s called in Portuguese, is certainly the most iconic Brazilian landmark. The statue, built in Art Deco style, was finished in 1931 and stands almost 125 feet tall at the top of the Corcovado Mountain, inside the Tijuca National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen visiting Christ the Redeemer, make sure you pick the sunniest day of your stay in Rio. Because it\u2019s so high up, cloudy days tend to affect the views from up there and, sometimes, you can\u2019t barely even see it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To get there, there are a few options you can choose from. You can enjoy a train ride, a van ride or a car ride\u2014or even hike your way up! As you get closer, you\u2019ll see that even after all the hicking or riding, there are still some way to go. Thankfully, there are stairs and elevators that make that much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>4. Sugarloaf Mountain: get ready for some incredible views<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nSugarloaf Mountain, along with Christ the Redeemer, make two of the most visited tourist attractions of Rio de Janeiro. It\u2019s very hard to choose between them, and there are valid arguments for both, so you\u2019ll have to visit them and choose for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What we know by the name of Sugarloaf Mountain is actually made up of two mountains: Sugarloaf and Urca. Sugarloaf is the tallest one, standing at 1,300 feet above sea level (even taller than Christ the Redeemer!). Tourists can reach the summit by cable car, which is one of the most enjoyable things to do in Rio!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The visit starts at Praia Vermelha<\/em> (Red Beach), where you can get a cable car to Urca. After that, you change cable cars to get to the actual Sugarloaf Mountain. Once you\u2019re up there, the views are spectacular. You\u2019re able to see Rio de Janeiro from every angle! And, again, be sure to pick a sunny day with clear skies for this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>5. Len\u00e7\u00f3is Maranhenses National Park: once in a lifetime nature experience<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Len\u00e7\u00f3is Maranhenses<\/em> (\u201clen\u00e7\u00f3is\u201d means \u201cbed sheets\u201d in Portuguese, and looking above you kind of see where that comes from) are located in the state of Maranh\u00e3o in northeastern Brazil. The northeast is known by its incredible beaches and this can be easily missed if you\u2019re not paying close attention… <\/p>\n\n\n\nDifferent from anything else in Brazil, the Len\u00e7\u00f3is Maranhenses National Park has more than 40 miles of coastline, but people don\u2019t go there because of the beaches. The #1 attraction are the dunes inside the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most of the park is composed of dunes and much of it looks like an actual desert, but don\u2019t be fooled. While the wind forms dunes the size of 10-story buildings, the rain fills in the gaps between the dunes with fresh water, creating natural lagoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The easiest way to visit Len\u00e7\u00f3is Maranhenses is arriving by plane to the capital of the state, S\u00e3o Lu\u00eds, and then picking up a 4×4 there. The ride from S\u00e3o Lu\u00eds to Barreirinhas, the nearest city, takes about 4 to 5 hours. From there, you can simply walk to the most famous lagoons or hire a guide to help you around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>6. Fernando de Noronha: for blue sea and luxury lovers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nFernando de Noronha is a group of 21 islands about 220 miles from Brazil\u2019s coast and it is also a World Heritage Site for its incredible environment. There, the most popular tourist attraction is scuba diving to appreciate the wonders of the species that live there under the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fernando de Noronha has increasingly become a luxury destination for Brazilians and foreigners as the number of boutique hotels and fancy spas keep on rising. If luxury and exploring the sea sound good to you, you have to make sure to spend some days there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you visit the place, keep in mind that the entrance to the island and some of its beaches are limited to protect the environment. You can\u2019t schedule a date for some of the attractions until you\u2019re there, which can make planning a little bit difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So when making a hotel reservation and buying plane tickets, it\u2019s good to add some extra days to make sure you\u2019ll see all the wonders of the island. Surely you won\u2019t mind spending more time in paradise, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>7. Inhotim Institute: one of the biggest outdoor museums in the world<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Inhotim Institute, or simply Inhotim, is one of the most incredible museums in the world! It is located in a small city called Brumadinho, about 37 miles from the state capital, Belo Horizonte, and consists of more than 12 square miles of art installations inside and around the buildings that are part of the institute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The institute’s huge space is not only about art, but also contains gardens, lagoons and a preserved Atlantic Forest area, commonly found in South America, but now greatly devastated by human activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you\u2019re there, be sure to visit every corner of the area! If you need to choose, though, here\u2019s some art you just can\u2019t miss: the Narcissus Garden, by Japanese artist and writer Yayoi Kusama; Red Shift, by Brazilian painter and sculptor Cildo Meireles; and From Mud, a Blade, by American director and artist Matthew Barney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>8. Bonito: if you\u2019re passionate about wildlife and adventure<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nBonito (literally \u201cbeautiful\u201d in English) is a city in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. This won\u2019t be featured on many lists, just know that, but if you\u2019re a fan of ecotourism and adventure, this is the place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you\u2019re there, the biggest natural attractions are the Gruta do Lago Azul <\/em>(Blue Lake Cave), filled with water of the craziest shade of blue; and the Recanto Ecol\u00f3gico Rio da Prata<\/em> (Silver Lake Ecological Nook), where they offer everything from horse riding to scuba diving. There are many other attractions, so be sure to do some research beforehand so you don\u2019t miss anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe easiest way to visit Bonito is by first flying to the state\u2019s capital, Campo Grande. From there, you can rent a car to facilitate your visit. Bonito is about 185 miles from Campo Grande, and you can also visit the attractions there by car, or, if you choose another mode of transportation, local agencies offers private tours in vans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, are you ready for you’re next adventure in Brazil?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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