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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]
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] Blog: Rio - first impressions
Date: March 2nd 2009
After a hectic night, the following day was to be spent in Rio while Ana was at work. We were taking the bus to the island that afternoon. Ana, understandably, had not been filled with confidence at my ability to look after myself in the city, so she gave me a detailed map and instructions for navigation. Mircaulously I did not get lost and managed to buy myself a hotdog from a street vendor (guid ... read more
Date: March 2nd 2009
After a hectic night, the following day was to be spent in Rio while Ana was at work. We were taking the bus to the island that afternoon. Ana, understandably, had not been filled with confidence at my ability to look after myself in the city, so she gave me a detailed map and instructions for navigation. Mircaulously I did not get lost and managed to buy myself a hotdog from a street vendor (guid ... read more
