Brazil
Quick Facts:
Oh wow, where do we start with Brazil? It is the largest country in South America with 7,491 km of coastline with the Atlantic ocean. Almost 60% of the world’s lungs, the Amazon rainforest, is located in Brazil. Saying that this country has one of the most biodiverse flora & fauna is an understatement. Not only does this nation has a wide variety of natural wonders but it is also complemented with human-made attractions and traditions such as the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Cathedral of Brasilia, and its famously recognized carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
With such a large area, Brazil has a varied climate depending on latitude and altitude. However, it’s northern region has mostly hot tropical climate. In the South, you will find the weather to be colder and drier. This country’s population has about 209 million people. It is the only country in South America with Portuguese as its official language; Spanish and English are present but in small doses.
You will find that Brazilians are deeply connected to their roots with strong cultural heritage in music, dance, and sports. Let’s not forget that this country has arguably the best soccer players in the world and a world record in most Fifa World Cups won (5 to be exact).
Culture:
Brazil’s culture is widely based on Portuguese influence and hints of Amerindian and African. Anybody who visits Brazil will tell you about their amazing gastronomy which includes different types of beef cuts, fish, and fruits; of course. The samba is recognized all over the world and is many times accompanied by capoeira, which is a martial art that combines dance and acrobatics. Celebrations in Brazil are amazingly energetic and colorful. There is no doubt that people in Brazil are very welcoming of other cultures and will offer a smile everywhere you go.
Living Arrangements:
Finding homes in Brazil can be somewhat expensive depending on the location of the home you are looking at. Both renting and buying houses can prove to be a challenge due to continuous rising costs in the country. It is not uncommon to see that utilities might be charged separately. It is important to conduct deeper research when looking for living accommodations so that you are able to determine transportation costs (usually through a personal car), distances to different urban areas, and neighborhood quality.
Education:
Public primary and secondary schools are free of charge if students are able to prove that they have good Portuguese speaking skills. Like in many other countries, the public school system might be very crowded, having international private schools being more attractive to expats. Most of the international education in Brazil is based on American or British curriculum. Many of these private institutions provide the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Oh wow, where do we start with Brazil? It is the largest country in South America with 7,491 km of coastline with the Atlantic ocean. Almost 60% of the world’s lungs, the Amazon rainforest, is located in Brazil. Saying that this country has one of the most biodiverse flora & fauna is an understatement. Not only does this nation has a wide variety of natural wonders but it is also complemented with human-made attractions and traditions such as the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Cathedral of Brasilia, and its famously recognized carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
With such a large area, Brazil has a varied climate depending on latitude and altitude. However, it’s northern region has mostly hot tropical climate. In the South, you will find the weather to be colder and drier. This country’s population has about 209 million people. It is the only country in South America with Portuguese as its official language; Spanish and English are present but in small doses.
You will find that Brazilians are deeply connected to their roots with strong cultural heritage in music, dance, and sports. Let’s not forget that this country has arguably the best soccer players in the world and a world record in most Fifa World Cups won (5 to be exact).
Culture:
Brazil’s culture is widely based on Portuguese influence and hints of Amerindian and African. Anybody who visits Brazil will tell you about their amazing gastronomy which includes different types of beef cuts, fish, and fruits; of course. The samba is recognized all over the world and is many times accompanied by capoeira, which is a martial art that combines dance and acrobatics. Celebrations in Brazil are amazingly energetic and colorful. There is no doubt that people in Brazil are very welcoming of other cultures and will offer a smile everywhere you go.
Living Arrangements:
Finding homes in Brazil can be somewhat expensive depending on the location of the home you are looking at. Both renting and buying houses can prove to be a challenge due to continuous rising costs in the country. It is not uncommon to see that utilities might be charged separately. It is important to conduct deeper research when looking for living accommodations so that you are able to determine transportation costs (usually through a personal car), distances to different urban areas, and neighborhood quality.
Education:
Public primary and secondary schools are free of charge if students are able to prove that they have good Portuguese speaking skills. Like in many other countries, the public school system might be very crowded, having international private schools being more attractive to expats. Most of the international education in Brazil is based on American or British curriculum. Many of these private institutions provide the International Baccalaureate Diploma.