Olinda at sunset

bohemian paradise

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December 11th 2006
4th December - 11th December Arriving in Beautiful Olinda was like stepping back in time. Having arrived late a night, i quickly checked into my hostel, and took a wander around. Street lamps light up the cobble stoned streets, reminding me of my travels in Prague in Czech republic. I stayed at Albergue De Olinda- colourfully filled hostel...and has a pool!!! woohoo! Olinda is bea ... read more

South America » Brazil » Pernambuco

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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