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General Information:
Brasilia is a spectacular capital of Brazil, taking the place of Rio de Janeiro as the capital in the April 21, 1960. Brasilia is also a natural interjection for treks into Brazil's northern and interior terrain. Travelers on their way to other destinations must make a stop over at Brasilia, at least long enough to take a city tour and catch a glimpse of the unparalleled and ultra-chic urban designs. The city is a unique collection of Congressional buildings, shopping centers, and cathedrals, all interspersed among the stunning greenery of city parks. In recognition of its spectacular city scenery, UNESCO declared Brasilia a World Heritage Site. A few of the sites to visit include the Palacio de Alvorada, Palacio do Jaburu etc.
Tourist Attractions:
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Some of the choicest Attraction of Brasilia are:
Raizama Falls are among many of the waterfalls found near the Vila of Sao Jorge in
Cachoeira de Itiquira is a National Park located about 150 miles adjacent to the Vila of Sao Jorge.
Parque Nacional de Brasilia or the Mineral Water Park has its two pools of mineral water.
TV Tower famed as the fourth tallest tower in the world is well worth the visit.
Cathedral is one of the architectural splendors of this world. It is one of the marvels of the famous Oscar Niemeyer.
The Congresso Nacional is another architecture marvel of Oscar Niemeyer as well.
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Botanical Garden of Brasilia is an ecological reserve of 4500 acres, though a little more than 500 are open for visitors.
Gruta de Terra Ronca is a worthwhile side trip while in Brasilia, travel to the cave at Terra Ronca, and a recently discovered Angelica-Bezerra.
Transportation:
Brasilia has one of the busiest Airports of the country. International flights have a stopover at Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. The Central Bus Terminal has buses that go to everywhere in the city, while boarding, ask the driver or the other passengers if the bus goes to your destination. Do avoid taking the vans; they are not at all comfortable. Avoid Taxi, as they are expensive. There is no railway network in the City.
Shopping:
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Two big shopping areas sit on either side of the bus station. The older one is the Conjunto Nacional and in the northern side, the modern Shopping mall is famed as the Conjunto Venancio. In addition, there are large crafts fair which takes place under the TV Tower a bazaar where you will get leather ware to Semi precious stones studded wares. They are open from morning eight to six at evening.
Hotels:
All hotels are in the north either Hotel Sector or the South Hotel Sector, both are five-minute walk away from the City Shopping Malls. The only real variety is the level of luxury and size of the building.
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The Hotels are mainly Business Hotel in nature. There are different types of lodges, you must choose according to your desire. Some of the Hotels, which give you quality services in Brasilia the Capital City of Brazil, are:
Hotel Aracoara
Hotel Monumental Bittar
Hotel Nacional
Hotel Phenicia
Manhattan Plaza
San Marco Hotel
Precaution:
Money -Most stores will accept one or more types of credit cards. Keep in mind that you can often obtain a discount if you pay with cash. Traveler's checks are normally not accepted.
Keep an eye on your cash while you travel and shop in the overcrowded arenas in Brazil.
Do not venture to visit any slum areas on your own and do not quarrel with the Police Officer.
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