Facts about Brazil
Brazil is one of the richest countries in natural resources as well as culture and its amazing landscapes. It is the largest country in both South America and Latin America. The country covered an area of 5.3 million square miles and with over 211 million people. Similarly, it is the sixth most populous country in the world and also the world's fifth-largest country by area. Brazil is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and has 4,655 miles of Coastline. Furthermore, it is the longest country in the world from north to south via land. In this article, we will discuss more facts about Brazil.
Quick facts about Brazil
The official name of Brazil: The Federative Republic of Brazil
Area: 8,515,767 square km
Population(2021): 211.15 million
Population density: 67.7 per km Sq
GDP (PPP)(2021): $3.328 trillion
GDP Per Capita: $7,010
Continent: South America
Capital: Brasilia
Language: Portuguese, English,
Official Languages: Portuguese
Largest by area: 5th largest country
Religion: Christianity-88.8% (Roman Catholic- 64.6%, Protestant-22.2%, Other Christian-2.0%), No religion-8.0%, Spirtism-2.0% and Others-1.2%.
Government: Federal Presidential republic
Currency: Real (R$) (BRL)
Time Zone: UTC -2 to -5 (BRT)
31 Interesting facts about Brazil
1. Brazil shares its borders with
Brazil shares its land borders with 10 countries in South America. The two countries of South America, Chile and Ecuador didn't share their border with Brazil, and remaining all other countries in South America share their border with Brazil.
2. The name Brazil came from a tree
Do you know where the name Brazil came from? The name Brazil came from a tree called Brazilwood which means "red like an ember". The trees are the most frequently used wood for bows for string instruments from the violin family. Brazilwood is also the national tree of Brazil.
3. The second-longest river in the world
Amazon River is the second-longest river in the world after the Nile River. Over more than 3000 species of fish live in the amazon river of Brazil.
4. Brazil is famous for football
Brazilan football team is one of the famous football teams in the world. Brazil's national football team has been part of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) since 1923. Similarly, the Brazilan football team has been the most successful team in the history of the FIFA World Cup. Brazil has won 5 world cups and has taken second place twice.
Furthermore, a football game is a part of Brazilian people's life.
5. Famous Brazilian Cuisine
Mostly Brazilian cuisine has been influenced by that of Africa and Europe. Cassava is one of the more popular root vegetables which is highly eaten in Brazil as well as all over the world. Similarly, Feijoada is the national dish of Brazil. It is a black bean stew that is brewed with beef and pork.
Brazil also introduced the dry food cashew.
6. The capital city of Brazil
The capital city of Brazil is Brasilia but Sao Paulo become the most populous city in Brazil.
7. The highest mountain in Brazil
Pico da Neblina is the highest mountain in Brazil. It is 2,995.3 meters in height and in the Serra da Neblina, part of the Serra do Imeri on the Brazil-Venezuela border.
8. The largest producer of coffee in the world
Brazil has been the largest producer of coffee in the world for the last 150 years. In 2020, Brazil made 63.4 million 60 kilograms bags of coffee. Similarly, Brazil has 37.4% of the total market share of coffee in the world. (Source; visualcapital.com)
9. The Amazon rainforest of Brazil
Amazon rainforest is located in northern brazil. About 60% of the Amazon rainforest is located in Brazil's territory. It is the world's largest rainforest. It has great biodiversity on the planet. Around 45,000 species live among the great rivers and the Amazon rainforest. Thus, it is said that Brazil has more animals and plant species than any other country in the world. Similarly, it is also the home to more than 80 species of monkeys. Furthermore, anacondas are also highly found in the Amazon forest. The Amazon rainforest covers an area of 1 billion acres.
Furthermore, the amazon rainforest produces 1/3 of the earth's oxygen.
10. Home of the tribes
Brazil is also called the home of the tribes. More than 67 tribes live in Brazil's Amazon forest that has never had contact with the modern man. The Amazon rainforest covers 2.5 million squares and it is estimated to be 67 communities of people in the Amazon rainforest who are undiscovered and remain entirely separate from the rest of the world as well as from Brazil's population.
11. Caipirinha is a popular cocktail of Brazil
The Caipirinha (kai-purr-REEN-yah) is the national drink of Brazil as well as popular cocktails in South American countries. It is made from cachaca, lime, and sugar.
12. Only Portuguese speaking nations in the Americas
Brazil is the only nation in South America that makes the Portuguese language their official language. All most all the people of Brazil spoke the Portuguese language.
13. The largest waterfall in the world
Iguazu Fall is the largest waterfall in the world which lies on the borders of Brazil and Argentina.
14. Second Largest hydroelectric producer
Itaipu Dam is located between Brazil and Paraguay is considered the second-largest hydroelectric producer in the world. This dam is completed in 1984. The dam is 7 kilometers long and 196 meters high.
15. The Best Beach in the World
Brazil's Baia do Sancho is the best beach in the world. It is located in the Fernando de Noronha off of Brazil. The Beach has crystal-clear water and an incredible landscape. Furthermore, the visitors will be able to swim alongside Turtles and clownfish. It takes visitors 2 to 3 days to take full advantage of enjoyment to this place.
16. Brazil was discovered in 1500
Brazil was discovered by Portuguese settlers in the 1500s. And Portuguese settlers bring the black people in Brazil from Africa to work in the industries.
17. One of the new seven wonders of the world lie in Brazil
Christ the Redeemer is one of the new seven wonders of the world which is lie in Brazil. It is 30 meters tall and 28 meters wide standing on Corcovado mountain in Tijuca National parks in Rio de Janeiro.
18. The high number of Airports
Brazil has 4,000 airports all over the country. Brazil has 2nd highest airports in America after the USA. The busiest airport in Brazil is guar Uno's international airport in Sao Paulo which serves nearly 40 million passengers every year.
19. Brazil become independence
It was ruled by the Portuguese for over 300 years and officially gained independence on September 7, 1822.
20. Brazil has five regions
In Brazil, there have five administrative regions that are more or less similar to each other in climate and landscape area. The North region is the Amazon rainforest, which is the largest rainforest in the world. Similarly, this northern region is famous for its wide variety of wildlife and plant.
Furthermore, the Northeast region is mostly dry with desert-like conditions and sparse vegetation.
The center-west region of Brazil has a grassy flat land without many trees.
Similarly, the southeast region is the main economic powerhouse of Brazil and the two largest cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro are located in the southeast region.
Additionally, the South region of Brazil has cool wet winters and dry summers. In winter snowfall in some of the higher areas of the Southern region of Brazil and mostly found the prairie grasslands.
21. Brazilian authorities develop the unique concept for prisoners
The Brazilian authorities have come up with uniques ways for prisoners to reduce their sentences. The government developed the correctional institution concept, for that they selected the prisoners pedal stationary bicycles that provide electricity to a nearby plaza. Another idea is for prisoners to read a book, and write a report about it. One book is equivalent to 4 days reduced sentence. Each prisoner can read up to a maximum of 12 books in a year.
22. Birthplace of Samba
Samba is a genre of music and dance that began in Rio de Janeiro but has its original roots in West Africa. Mostly Samba dance and music they perform during any festival as well as any national tournament.
23. World the longest country from north to south
Brazil is the world's longest country from north to south, with a total length of 4395 kilometers.
24. Longest continuous coastline in the world
Brazil's coastline is considered the longest continuous coastline in the world. The coastline is 7491 kilometers long. Similarly, the coastline of the country is also pretty big from east to west.
25. Brazil is the home for Catholics
Brazil is home to the largest population of Catholics in the world. 64.6% of the Brazilians are catholic and it is the higher in number. Furthermore, the country famous monument is Christ the Redeemer which is one of the new seven wonders of the world.
Catholicism was introduced in Brazil during the colonial era.
26. The highest temperature recorded in Brazil
The highest temperature recorded in brazil was 44.8 degrees celsius in the Nova Maringa in November 2020. Similarly, the lowest temperature recorded in brazil was -14 degrees celsius in Cacador in June 1952.
27. One of the richest cities in the world
São Paulo city of brazil is also the 10th richest city in the world. And it is said that in 2025, the city will lie on the 6th richest city in the world.
28. UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Brazil
Brazil has 21 Unesco world heritage sites including the famous wildlife reserve and Rio de Janeiro. Similarly, Brazil has the 13th rank that has the most Unesco world heritage sites.
29. Popular cities in Brazil
There are many cities in Brazil. Out of many cities we share some information about the popular cities. Brasilia is the capital city of Brazil, Sao Paulo is the biggest city of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro is the most famous city of Brazil. Similarly, some other major cities are Manaus, Fortaleza, Salvador, and Recife.
Furthermore, the famous and beautiful old towns of Brazil are Florianopolis, Salvador, Paraty, and Ouro Preto.
30. National Parks in Brazil
Brazil has 72 national parks. Iguazu nation park is home to Iguazu falls and it lies on the border of Brazil and Argentina. Similarly, it is the second most visited site in Brazil and is also listed in a UNESCO World Heritage site.
31. Facts about Brazil flag
The flag of brazil consists of three colors such as green, yellow and blue. Similarly, the flag has also 27 white stars. The green colors symbolize the amazing tropical landscapes of the country, yellow colors signify the mineral wealth of the country, and the blue circle of the flag symbolizes the sky over Rio de Janeiro in the morning when brazil declared itself a republic. Furthermore, the 27 white stars represent the 26 federated states, plus the federated union. And inscribed across the flag is Ordem E Progression (order and progression).
These are some interesting facts about Brazil.
The climate of Brazil's
Brazil's climate is largely tropical because the country is so large and variety of elevations the climate differs from one region to another.
The north part of the country is located on the equator and has a tropical climate with warm temperatures. Similarly, in the north part climate vary little throughout the year and rainfall year-round.
Furthermore, the central-west was at a higher elevation and the temperature is slightly cooler than the north part especially at night. In the central west part of Brazil, it has more seasonal variation and a definite dry season closer to the south of the country around.
Below the tropic of Capricorn, the temperature is extremely hotter in summer and colder in the winter. Additionally, every year there is snowfall in some of the towns and the higher areas in the southern region of Brazil.
The coastal plains of brazil are generally warm.
These are some climate facts about Brazil.
Facts about Brazil for kids
- Amazon River, the largest river in the world based on the volume of water.
- Portuguese is the official language of Brazil and 180 languages are spoken in Brazil.
- The national animal of Brazil is Jaguar and the national bird is Macaw.
- Literacy in brazil is 93% and it is increasing every year.
- About 60% of the amazon flow through Brazil.
- In 1808, Rio de Janeiro was once the capital of Portugal and the royal family of Portugal was established as its capital outside of Europe.
- Brasilia the capital of Brazil was built in 1960 in just under four years.
- The amazon rainforest mountain Roraima is not in brazil but also in Venezuela and Guyana.
- Rio the famous animated movie is set in the city of Rio de Janeiro and in the amazon rainforest.
- The popular and endangered animals found in brazil are Giant Otter, Giant Anteater, Armadillo, Tapir, Jaguar, and puma.
- Brazil is the home of many fruits that most of the people in the world might not be familiar with them. Some fruits are Siriguela, Mandacarau, Guarana, Cashew apple, and many more.
- Brazil has different variety of foods and cuisine that is different in every state such as Acai, Acaraje, Brigadeiros, Moqueca, Barbecued meat, cachaca, Pao de Queijo, and many more.
- Football, volleyball, swimming, and other water sports are very much popular games in Brazil, and out of these games, football become so much popular among Brazilian people.
- Brazil hosts the world cup football in 2014 and the summer Olympic games in 2016.
- Every Brazilian city has a soccer stadium.
These are some facts about Brazil for kids.
Fun facts about Brazil
- The main exporter of brazil nuts is not the Brazilian nut but it is bolivia nut.
- Brazil has a football stadium called Macapa that is exactly on the equator line so the competing teams are always on different hemispheres.
These are some fun facts about Brazil.
What are the popular 5 facts about Brazil?
- It is the first country in South America to accept women into the armed forces. Women are involved in armed forces in the early 1980s.
- Brazil has 26 states and 1 federal district, which holds the nation's capital, Brasilia.
- Amazon river is the largest river in the world by volume of water it carries and second in length after the River Nile.
- Brazil is the home for the Lusophone and there are higher lusophones in Brazil. Lusophones are the people who speak the Portuguese language.
- 6.5 million people visit brazil every year because of its attractive tourist destinations.
These are some popular facts about Brazil.
What is Brazil famous for?
Brazil is famous for its amazing tropical landscape as well as its culture. Similarly, Brazil is famous for its amazing rainforest which is also the world's largest rainforest. Furthermore, it is famous for coffee beans. Additionally, Brazil has been the leading exporter and the largest producer of coffee in the world for over 150 years.
What are some interesting facts about brazil?
- The "Grand Seca" also known as the Brazilian drought of 1877- 1878 is one of the longest droughts in brazil's history. It caused the death of approximately 500,000 people and consider as one of the high devasting droughts in Brazilian history.
Facts about brazil parts where the most number of people live
Brazil has five regions, out of five regions North region, has lain the Amazon rainforest and this region is only the population of 15 million. Many rivers are in this region.
Similarly, the Northeast region has a high population. Around 53 million people are live in the Northeast region. But unfortunately, this region is the most impoverished region. Also, this was the first region discovered by the Portuguese settlers when they first arrived in brazil.
Furthermore, the Center-West region is located in the high land area of brazil. This region is grassy flatland without many trees. Only 13 million people live in this region. Similarly, this region is the least industrialized region in Brazil, and this region the capital of brazil lie.
Additionally, the Southeast region is the highly populated region of Brazil. Around 80 million people live in the southeast region. The popular and biggest cities of Brazil lie in this region. They are Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. This region is also called the powerhouse of Brazil. This region lies in the Tropical zone and the temperate zone.
The South region is a highly unique region in Brazil. This region has an amazing climate and environment. Similarly, this region is the home of around 26 million people. Furthermore, this region is the most urbanized region in Brazil.
What are some facts about when slavery was abolished in Brazil?
In the 16th century, the first time slave trade was introduced in the world. By looking at the colors of people, they treat them as slaves. During those periods the black people are highly suppressed by the white people and made them slaves. During the period of colonial slavery around 10 million people were kidnapped from Africa. And 40% of those people were brought to Brazil. That means 4 million slaves when they arrived in Salvador de. Furthermore, the 4 million slaves are taken in the Pelourinho (it's a place where people were tortured and sold).
Different powerful people of the community placed bets at public auctions for those people who are taken from Africa. Furthermore, the helpless slaves were awarded to the highest bidder. The slaves were brought to work under extreme conditions on sugar plantations and with the help of the people who are taken as slaves in Brazil boosted brazil's economy.
Brazil is the last country in America to abolish slavery On May 13, 1888. But for afro-Brazilians, the struggle is far from over. There are many up and down that come during abolishing slavery. It took a long period to get justice for the black people that were brought to Brazil for the slaves. Bypassing from generation to generation the thinking of people was changed and a new generation can treat equally as black and white people. It takes almost 500 years for people to get to the equally point.
Today, most of the people who become slaves generation are living in the rural parts of the country and they are the great heroes of Brazil. Similarly, all become are treated equally in every part of the country.
In conclusion
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