Takin' it easy

Boi Bumba.... Folklore Festival in Parintins

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June 30th 2008
I have to say that our entry into Brazil was one of the most pleasant and welcoming experiences we have had on our trip so far. The trip across the Venezuelan border down to Manaus was really long. First we traveled from Cuidad Bolivar to Boa Vista in Brazil, then another overnight bus from Boa Vista to Manaus. On the first bus we were kind-of adopted by a Brazilian family! The shared family photo ... read more

South America » Brazil » Amazonas » Manaus

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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