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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: Ilha Grande - Paradise on Earth
Date: March 12th 2012
Five days before venturing to Ilha Grande, I had never heard of the place. Then other travellers spoke to me of an island that existed off the coast of Brazil, replete with tropical jungle and secluded beaches of soft white sand, lapped by ocean waters of varying shades of blue and aquamarine. Access was only possible by boat and cars were forbidden. With tales of partying and bonfires on the beac ... read more
Date: March 12th 2012
Five days before venturing to Ilha Grande, I had never heard of the place. Then other travellers spoke to me of an island that existed off the coast of Brazil, replete with tropical jungle and secluded beaches of soft white sand, lapped by ocean waters of varying shades of blue and aquamarine. Access was only possible by boat and cars were forbidden. With tales of partying and bonfires on the beac ... read more
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