Brazil

Brazil is South America's largest country and contains most of the Amazon rainforest.

Country

At a glance

Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Brasília

Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)

Best time: Depends on region; generally Apr–Jun & Aug–Oct

Weather: Predominantly tropical with major regional variation

Top attractions: Rio de Janeiro • Iguaçu Falls • Amazon • São Paulo • Salvador • Pantanal

Nature: Amazon rainforest • Pantanal • Atlantic Forest • mountains • extensive national parks

Quick fact: Brazil is South America's largest country and contains most of the Amazon rainforest.