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11 things to do in Brazil
Pantanal
April–September •
An immense seasonal wetland in south-central Brazil gives shelter to thousands of rare species
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park
February–August •
Some lone wanderers might eventually get lost in this deserted area stretching for 1500 square kilometres. Thankfully, turquoise lagoons scattered among sand dunes provide plenty of water to survive
Boi Bumba Festival
June 30–July 2, 2023 •
Parintins Folklore Festival that presents myths and legends using parade carts and giant puppets
Oktoberfest Blumenau
October 9-27, 2024 •
One of the world's largest Oktoberfest celebrations takes place in the south of Brazil, so far from its birthplace
Easter
April 20, 2025 •
The most colourful Easter procession in Brazil paves its way along the four-kilometre flower carpet in Ouro Preto
Salvador Bahia Carnival
February 28–March 5, 2025 •
The world's largest party shakes the streets of Salvador da Bahia
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
June–January •
World's fifth-largest country is one of the best for wind sports