The main Cathedral

A typical example of Niemeyer´s architecture, the Catholic Cathedral with its shape symbolising Christ´s crown of thorns, and bronze statues of the 4 evangelists in the foreground.

Brasilia - The Capital

September 25th 2007
Mon 24th Sept: Brasilia is built on a a plateaux with a hot dry climate, so lots of water (min 3 litres p/d) and moisturiser is the order of the day. Had a half day organised tour of the city - best way to see it . There were only 4 others in the party - 2 Spanish and 2 Brazilians. The guide gave his commentary in all 3 languages and also had a good sense of humour. It´s a truly amazing city - ... read more

South America » Brazil » Distrito Federal » Brasília

Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more

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