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Brazil
South America’s largest country and the fifth largest country in the world, Brazil has a total land area of 3,287,597 sq mi and has a total population of approximately 191,241,714. Brazil was a former Portuguese colony and gained in independence in 1822.
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Just a bit. 35.8 million metric tons of cane sugar were produced in Brazil in 2014-2015.
What are the language and the religion of Brazil?
Brazilian Portuguese is the language of Brazil. Roman Catholicism is the religion. But in both cases, Brazil is a melting pot of cultures and languages. Just about any language spoken and any religion worshipped in the world may find speakers and followers in South America's largest country.
Well, Brazil is a wonderful country, has many breathtaking landscapes such as the well-known beaches located in Rio and in the northeast, the beautiful waterfalls of Foz do Iguaçu, and, of course, I could forget to mention here the festivals held throughout the country. It would be hypocritical to say that there are no problems at my birthplace like social inequality, unequal distribution of income and socioeconomic problems that are visible. However, which country is totally exempt from these?
Brazil is much more than samba, football and carnival. It is a land full of life, inhabited by a happy and hospitable people. A great place to rest or find exotic adventures. Besides having a cozy atmosphere that is to die for.
I hope you have the opportunity to know this land so beautiful and exotic. I was born in Brazil so I know what I´m talking about.
What is the distance from Rio de Janeiro to the equator?
The distance between the two places is 2500 miles.
This is an approximate direct (straight line) distance. During actual travel, this distance may change if a different flight route is chosen.
How does Santa Claus deliver presents in Brazil?
Here in Brazil the gifts are found under the Christmas tree especially
What is the government of Brazil doing to save the Amazon rainforest?
I think that the Brazilian government could enforce better laws to limit the amount of trees that can be cut down and they should monitor it carefully, as at the moment commercial loggers are still cutting down trees that are protected by law, so this should be monitored. However, I don't really think that this is enough to stop the destruction as these people do not care or realize the importance of the rainforests but they have to do something as it is currently not working.
What are the manufacturing areas in Brazil?
Yes here had the city is Cubatão (SP) and Camaçary (BA) city , also São Bernardo do Campo, Santo Andre and São Caetano do Sul (ABC) - SP all are citys
What areas in Brazil are rich?
SouthEast
The region has the largest share, 56% in 2008. In 2002, the percentage was 56.7.%. The merger is still strong in Brazil, since, in 2008, eight states held nearly 80% of national GDP
What is the history of Brazil's capital in the 1950s?
To fulfill an article in Brazil's constitution, Juscelino Kubitschek de Olveira [September 12, 1902-August 22, 1976], who was President of Brazil, 1956-1961, ordered the building of Bras
What one way that Brazil's government is different from the us government?
There is freedom of speech in Brazil. But will be sued if you say someone is guilty before trials.
Racism of any kind is a crime in Brazil. (Race, color, religion, etc) You would be arrested if you call someone racist names. Yes, there is racism in Brazil, but it is very subtle.
Once you get to Brazil, legally or not, it is not hard to become Brazilian.
Public health system is a mess, but everyone is treated for free, you don't need to have any ID, just be sick and go to the hospital.
Police won't tase you or try to stop you in a car chase, they just shoot (to kill).
It is almost impossible for average citizen in Brazil to have a gun. (And walking around with a gun in Brazil is a felony)
Diesel is cheaper than gasoline.
Majority of cars now runs on any gasoline and/or ethanol. But, in fact, people often chooses ethanol.
Cars in Brazil and very, very, expensive.
It's hard to find cranberry juice.
Public jobs have the best salaries and it is very hard to become a public employee.
Best Brazilian universities are public, and free. (But you need good SAT result)
And... Brazil have common 3rd world problems (sanitation, wealth distribution, etc)
What is the time difference between Toronto Canada and Brazil?
There may be a one to three hour time difference between Toronto, Canada and some of the main cities in Brazil.
Brazil has three time zones. The main time zone corresponds to the time in the capital city of Brasilia. Additionally, daylight savings time is observed in the south, southeastern, and west central states, including the Federal District [Distrito Federal] where Brasilia is located.
Toronto is the capital of the province of Ontario in east central Canada. Time differences between Toronto and three major locations in Brazil follow.
One, Toronto is one hour behind Manaus, in north Brazil. When it's 3:00 p.m. in Toronto, it's 4:00 p.m. in Manaus.
Two, Toronto is two hours behind Salvador, in northeast Brazil. When it's 3:00 p.m. in Toronto, it's 5:00 p.m. in Salvador.
Three, Toronto is three hours behind Brasilia, which is the capital of Brazil. When it's 3:00 p.m. in Toronto, it's 6:00 p.m. in Brasilia. Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, as the two largest cities of Brazil, are in the same time zone as Brasilia.
What is the currency of trade in Brazil?
The Brazilian real (BRL) is the currency of Brazil. It has been the currency since July 1, 1994. It's subdivided into 100 centavos. In the plural, it's called 'reais'. The symbol for the Real is R$.
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Why is so much of Brazil's culture influenced by African traditions?
Because Brasil's economy over the centuries and until the mid 1800's depended on its sugar industry, which mainly operated on slave labor - which was imported from Africa.
What are two rivers in Brazil?
The three rivers that are close to Brazil's border are called the Paraguay, Parana, and Uruguay rivers. These rivers are located on the Triple Frontier.
Is Brazil similar to any other countries?
True brazilians do not compare Brazil to any other country because they believe that all countries and all people are equal and deserve prosperity and health.
How do you write how are you in Brazil?
In Brazilan portuguese, "how old are you" can be "quantos anos você tem" or "qual é a sua idade". I guess in Portugal is the same except of "você", you should say "quantos anos tu tens" in Portugal :)
What Brazil houses are made out of?
Probably the same materials as elsewhere like wood, brick, and so on.
How does the land mass of the US compare with the land mass of Brazil?
In terms of square mileage, the United States (3,794,101 sq. mi.) is slightly larger than Brazil (3,287,597 sq. mi.).
