Brazil in the Eyewitness guide series from Dorling Kindersley; lavishly illustrated & particularly concerned with providing the visitor with detailed background information to sightseeing in the chosen destination & a broad cultural introduction. Popular historical buildings & museums are often described with cutaway diagrams allowing you to view ...

Brazil on a large, double-sided map, cleverly dividing the country to cover the more visited eastern part at 1:2, 000, 000. Street plans are provided for nine cities, including Rio, São Paulo, Brasília & Belo Horizonte. On one side is the eastern part of the country at 1:2, 000, 000, extending westwards to beyond São Paulo & Brasília & covering an area from Rio de Janeiro & São Paulo in the south to Belém in the north. The southernmost tip of the country with northern Uruguay is shown on the reverse at the same scale. The remaining part of the country, the Amazon Basin & the Mato Grosso Plateau are shown on the reverse at 1:3, 000, 000 with the adjoining areas of the neighbouring countries, including northern Bolivia & Peru around Cuzco. Topography is shown by very effective relief shading, with names of mountain ranges & spot heights. Numerous tributaries of the Amazon & many other rivers are named, & the map also shows seasonal rivers & marshes on the Mato Grosso. National parks & other protected areas are prominently marked. The map shows Brazil’s road & rail networks, indicating driving distances on main & many secondary routes, & shows locations of local airfields in the more remote parts of the country. Symbols highlight various places of interest, including numerous beaches. Latitude & longitude grid is at 1º intervals. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. The index is in a separate booklet attached to the map cover. Also included are plans of the central part of Rio de Janeiro (city centre plus the Copacabana area), São Paulo, Brasília & Belo Horizonte, Recife, Belém, Manaus, Salvador & Fortaleza.

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Explore gorgeous, cobbled colonial streets, take in a raucous & mesmerising carnival, hike in the mountains that overlook Rio de Janeiro or explore the emerald-green bays that bejewel the coast. Spot all manner of rare wildlife along the waterways of the Pantanal & explore the lush forest & waterfalls of the Goias Cerrado. Footprint's eighth edition of the Brazil Handbook is perfect for the adventurous traveller wanting to get off the beaten track & explore South America's largest & most diverse country. This guide is jam-packed with information about the country's eclectic festivals, passionate sporting events, vast biodiversity & spectacular scenery. Great coverage of Amazonia & the adventure travel scene including caving, canoeing, scuba-diving, hang-gliding, paragliding & many more Loaded with information & suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from dune-trekking in Olinda to birdwatching in Minas Gerais

Includes:: comprehensive listings from the Mardi Gras celebrations in Rio to the traditional parades & hippy festivals in Cidade de Goias & Bahia Plus all the usual accommodation, eating & drinking listings for every budget Full-colour planning section to inspire travellers & help you find the best experiences Fully updated, Footprint's Brazil Handbook is packed with all the information you'll need to get the best out of Brazil.

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Road atlas of Brazil from Quatro Rodas in a handy A5, spiral-bound format, with 35 route diagrams of highways between main cities, a very comprehensive distance table & an index of localities. The maps cover the whole country at 1:2, 000, 000, with enlargements provided for the most densely populated areas. An important feature of the presentation of the country ...

Brazil Handbook in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

People-watch on the pristine beaches of Rio, spot all manner of rare wildlife along the waterways of the Pantanal & explore the lush forest & breathtaking waterfalls of the Goias Cerrado. Footprint's sixth edition of the Brazil guide is the perfect companion for the adventurous traveller wanting to get the most out of South America's largest & most diverse country. Jam-packed with information about the country's eclectic carnivals, passionate sporting events, vast biodiversity & spectacular scenery, this guide also provides up-to-date recommendations on where to eat & sleep & how to get around this vibrant country. This guide is brimming with information & suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from dune-trekking in Olinda or birdwatching in Minas. It provides great coverage of Amazonia & the adventure travel scene including caving, canoeing, scuba-diving, hang-gliding, para-gliding & many more. It

Includes:: comprehensive listings on the country's most enticing scenes & activities, from Mardi Gras celebrations in Rio to the traditional parades & hippy festivals in Cidade de Goias & Bahia, plus all the usual accommodation, eating & drinking listings for every budget. It

Includes:: a full-colour planning section to inspire travellers & provide practical advice to help find the best experiences.



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ITMB’s double-sided, indexed road map of Brazil with an index street plan of central Rio de Janeiro, plus basic plans of São Paolo & Brasilia, folded to a slightly larger format than the publisher`s standard edition & with a hard cover. The southern part of the country is presented at 1:2, 200, 000 & the north at 1:4, 500, 000. General relief is portrayed by altitude tinting with spot height, indicating swamps, salt pans, glaciers & active volcanoes. National parks & reserves are marked. Road network

Includes:: secondary roads & selected tracks, & intermediate distances are marked on many routes. Main railway lines, canals, local airports & landing grounds are also shown. State boundaries are marked & symbols highlight various places of interest. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. Map legend is in English & Portuguese. Several insets complement the main map: a small map of Fernando de Noronha (approx 1:100, 000), main road maps of Brasilia & São Paulo, & an indexed street plan of central Rio de Janeiro at 1:12, 500.

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Hot Spots Brazil highlights all you need to know about a country of diverse landscapes, excellent cuisine & amazing beaches & nightlife. These vibrant guides focus on the popular sun destinations worldwide. Highlighting the best nightlife, shopping, beaches & activities, they enable travellers to become familiar with their chosen resort, while providing details for them to get out & about to see local attractions too. It comes in handy pocket size
- ideal for travelling light. It features full-colour maps & photographs. It

Includes:: a menu decoder, sports & activities. There are fun excursions & scenic trips, along with colourful descriptions of local cuisine, fiestas & markets


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Brazil in the Insight Guide series is dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections explore the region’s history & culture & there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues. Selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the region. The ‘ Places’ section is organised by geographically & provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours & other activities. Each regional section has its own listings of the best restaurants, bars & cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping & local activities. A useful location finder & travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country. ...

Double-sided, indexed road map of Brazil with an index plan of central Rio de Janeiro, plus basic plans of São Paolo & Brasilia. The southern part of the country is presented at 1:2, 200, 000 & the north at 1:4, 500, 000. General relief is portrayed by altitude tinting with spot height, indicating swamps, salt pans, glaciers & active volcanoes. National parks & reserves are marked. Road network

Includes:: secondary roads & selected tracks, & intermediate distances are marked on many routes. Main railway lines, canals, local airports & landing grounds are also shown. State boundaries are marked & symbols highlight various places of interest. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. Map legend is in English & Portuguese. Several insets complement the main map: a small map of Fernando de Noronha (approx 1:100, 000), main road maps of Brasilia & São Paulo, & an indexed street plan of central Rio de Janeiro at 1:12, 500.

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