Brazil is commonly seen as something of a party country, with endless sambas and carnivals to see the night through – this is actually true for parts of the year, and carnival seasons see millions of tourists, both domestic and international, enjoy a life of excess – if only for a short while. Other tourists come to the country for a number of other reasons, be it to see the colonial history of the country, to adventure through the rainforest or for a number of studies – anthropological, social or something entirely different. Whatever the reason for visiting, Brazil leaves everyone with an experience they won’t soon forget.

The capital city of Brasilia was only constructed in the 1950s, and as such is a much more modern experience for those who visit when compared with other cities in the country. The lack of history that comes with the city is offset by the fact that it is the gateway to most of central Brazil, including the Amazon and its many splendours. The city itself is home to many treats however, and the futuristic architecture of buildings like the National Congress is always appreciated by those who see it.

The real draws for Brazil, however, come from the cities of Rio and Sao Paolo. Rio De Janeiro is set in one of the most beautiful locations in the world and is home to many, many sights, sounds and smells for all who visit to see – the Cristo Redentor Statue dominates the sky line, looking down on the city below, the Museu Historico Nacional offers a more cultural view of the city than the many popular beaches, including the famous Copacabana. There are many other attractions of social and cultural significance throughout the city and many guided tours are available for tourists – they are recommended for those wishing to see the slums for safety concerns. Sao Paolo offers up Brazil’s economic centre, the most heavily populated city in South America and some epic nightlife. With an ever-growing reputation amongst holidaymakers, the city is on the constant up and offers more than enough to see and do during a visit, including works by Van Gogh and Degas in the Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo.

Elsewhere, the country still has plenty to offer – the tropical Northeastern Golden Coast is ever popular and with good reason, containing many states and many different attractions for people of all ages. The massive country is home to an incredibly amount of points of interest, and no one visit to Brazil is enough to take everything in. The spectacular country offers a real feeling of freedom, and is a great place to let oneself go, if only for a short while!