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Brazil is honored to host it's
6th World Cup in nations history. Football
occupies the pride of Brazil, although Brazilians are very
passionate about volleyball, tennis, formula-one and other motor
sports.Brazilian is still prevailing and continues to develop
exceptional new talents and are keeping the country thriving on
Football. Brazil is the largest country in South America,
which stretches over almost half the continent, this not only will
be the greatest World Cup of History but will also be a place to
fulfill the needs of that "dream vacation".
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Belo Horizonte
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, and 1
Semi-Final Match |
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Situated
in the hills of the Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte serves as the
state capital of what is known today as the "cidades historicas"
(historic cities). Belo Horizonte's Praca da Liberdade is a
must see, it's a neoclassical style of the building contrasts to
the two modern buildings next door that were designed by
Niemeyer. Additional information
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Brasilia
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, 1
Quarter-Final, and 3rd Place Match |
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Brasilia is the capital city of Brazil
and is located in the Central-West region of the country, along a
plateau known as Planalto Central. There are several modes of
transportation amongst the city including air, metro and bus.
The Chapada Dos Veadeiros National Park, Itiquira Falls, Caldas
Novas hot springs, Pirenopolis and Gioas Velho are must sees in
Brasilia. Brasilia is known as a departing point for the
practice of unpowered air sports, specifically hang gliding. Additional information
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Cuiaba
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches |
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Cuiaba is the capital city of the
Brazilian state of Mato Grosso. The city is also nicknamed
the "garden city" because of it's many trees. It is located in the
exact centre of South America. Cuiaba does not offer a lot to
its visitors. The main purpose of the city is to be the
transportation hub to Northern Pantanal. A few sites to see
while visiting Cuiaba is the Senhor Bom Jesus de Cuiaba; a modern
Art Deco cathedral, Palacio de Instrucao a 19th century
war meseum. Additional information |
Curitiba
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches |
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Curitiba is the capital of the
Brazilian state of Parana. Curitiba is an important cultural,
political and economic centre in the country. Curitiba is a city of
culture that can be experienced thru the several museums in the
area. Public transportation is very unique in Curitiba.
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Fortaleza
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, and 1
Quarter-Final Match |
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Fortaleza is the capital city of
Ceara and is one of Brazil's most popular tourist areas.
Fortaleza is known for it's miles of sandy beaches along the East
coast, in particular the Praia do Futuro (Future Beach) popular for
its several barracas. Fortaleza's diverse culture and
dramatic history make it a rich and vibrant centre for tourism it
is also known for it's Cathedral and Mucuripe Lighthouse which
attracts millions of visitors a year. Additional information |
Manaus
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches |
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Manaus is the capital of Amazonas and
it's name is derived from The Indian tribe in the area called
manaus. Tourism has greatly expanded in the area, this city
is the base of most trips into the surrounding Amazon. Manaus is a
city surrounded by water with the main roadway being the Rio Negro.
Manaus takes about a half of a day to explore to absorb and get the
real feel of the town. Limited Hotels are a major factor in
travelling to Manaus. Additional information |
Natal
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches |
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Natal is the capital of the largest
city of Rio do Norte, a northeastern state in Brazil. Camara
Cascudo, Memorial Camara Cascudo. There is also a Natal
Aquarium to spend severl hours exploring. Additional information |
Porto Alegre
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches and 1 Round of 16
Match |
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Porto Alegre is the southernmost
Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, the southernmost captial city
of a Brazilian state. The city is located on a delta which
conjoins five rivers. You can easily find yourself distracted
with shopping while visiting Porto Aldgre's Central Public Market
with over 100 shoppes, stores and restaurants. There is also
several museums, parks and history to explore. Additional information |
Recife
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches and 1 Round of 16
Match |
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Recife, is the fifth-largest
metropolitan area in Brazil and is the capital and largest city of
the state of Pernambuco. Recife is the mail industrail zone
of the state of Pernambuco; products that derive from cane (sugar
and ethonal), electronics, food, and others. Recife is a
tropical rainforest, so be prepared rainforests are characterized
by high rainfall, but are very beautiful to explore. Recife
also has several beautiful beaches. Additional
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Rio De Janeiro
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, 1
Quarter-Final, and The Final Match |
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Rio de Janeiro is the capital city of
the state of Eio de Janeiro, the second largest city of
Brazil. "Rio" is known for it's beautiful waters and people,
historic neighborhoods and museums as well as its thriving
nightlife. Rio has a tropical savanna climate but also
closely borders a tropical monsoon climate. Temperatures get
very hot in Rio so be prepared for a summer feel!! Rio is the
primary tourist attraction and resort in Brazil. This city is
full of world-class hotels and miles of beachland. If you
want to sun bath on beautful beaches, Rio is the place to be.
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Salvador
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, and 1
Quarter-Final Match |
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Salvador is the largest city on the
northeast coast of Brazil and the capital of the Northeastern
Brazilian state of Bahia. Salvador is know as Brazil's
capital of happiness because of it's easygoing populations and
endless outdoor parties. Salvador is known for it's Brazilian
cuisine, music and architecture. Brazil's metropolitan
area is the wealthiest in Brazil's Northeast. Salvadors coastline
is the longest of all the cities in Brazil and the shopping malls
are countless!! Additional information |
Sao Paulo
Host of: 4 Group Stage Matches, 1 Round of 16, and 1
Semi-Final Match |
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Sao Paulo is the largest city in
Brazil, and is the world's seventh largest city by population. Sao
Paulo is the capital of the state of Sao Paulo the most populous
Brazilian state that is known for it's arts and entertainment. The
city has a monsoon, humid subtropical climate. Sao Paulo is
known for its Luxury Market, International Film Festival, Carnival,
and Virada Cultural. There is so much to do within beautiful
Sao Paulo including theaters and musems. You will find it
very easy to find your way around Sao Paulo with their metro and
bus systems. Additional information |
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