Mini Guide to Brazil
| December 8, 2017
People and Culture
The people of Brazil are renowned for their warm and welcoming nature. It’s actually one of the easiest countries to blend in and look like a local due to its diverse history of immigration. Unlike many cultures, it’s not uncommon to meet a Brazilian and become best friends instantly. Before you know it, you’re attending family gatherings or traveling together to another city.
Apart from that, you’ll also have firsthand experience with samba (the rhythm of Carnival), forró (a traditional dance and type of music), capoeira (the dance and martial art created by the slaves) among many other interesting cultural aspects. It’s literally a feast for your eyes (and ears!).
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