ILHA GRANDE

Ilha Grande

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December 9th 2008
ILHA GRANDE This amazing Island was a 3hour bus ride followed by a 2hour boat trip to get to. We spent 6day hear exploring the place going on massive treks through the jungle and over the mountains. The beaches were stunning especialy lopoz mendez beach which was well worth the 3hour hike to get there. The sand was so fine it was like powder and squeaked whilst you walked on it. Be ... read more

South America » Brazil

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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