Culture of Brazil

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Culture of Brazil

Located in the far South America Brazil - bright, in the literal and figurative sense of the word, an example of how a mixture of customs, ethnic groups and national preferences is able to produce a quality product called culture.
In a country where many decades existed side by side, the indigenous inhabitants of the Indians, the Portuguese colonizers, Africans slaves, immigrants of all races and nationalities, could not develop the prerequisites for the emergence of a special heritage for which now storming the aircraft flying to South America, thousands of tourists . But the culture of Brazil - is not only incendiary annual carnival, football passion on the field's most famous stadium in the world and hot dancing on the beaches of Copacabana.
Paulo Coelho and his books

This author has not read, probably just lazy. He traveled a lot and literally absorbs all that was offered to him journey and met the people in them. In the 80s of the last century literary world literally blew his first book "Diary of a Magus" and "The Alchemist", after which Paulo Coelho was quite reasonably called "Brazilian miracle."
As for the writers who have made a significant contribution to the culture of Brazil a little earlier, it is headed by a solid list undoubtedly JM de Assis. Born in the African-European family, he more than anyone else understood and transferred to the paper problems and aspirations of the common man, but because his work is close and clear to every citizen of the country.
The list includes ...

List of World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO include 19 Brazilian objects, man-made and most well-known of which are undoubtedly:

Piazza San. Francis in San Kristovane, construction of which dates from the late eighteenth century.
The same period applies and the historic center of the old city of Goiás.
A little earlier buildings were built downtown San Luis.
Church complex in the city of Congonhas. The temple was designed and built in the XVIII century. The interiors are rococo facade - the technique of Baroque and devoted Way of the Cross Church of the Savior. It was designed by architect Aleijadinho. The famous sculpture of the temple complex is a figure of the twelve apostles.
The historic center of Ouro Preto, city, according to the XVII-XVIII centuries the center of the Brazilian gold rush. The main attraction of Ouro Preto - the temple of the Holy. Francis, erected by the project of the same talented architect Aleijadinho.

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Traditions Brazil

Like many other countries of the New World, Brazil combines the immigrants from various parts of the world. The Portuguese and the Germans, the Japanese and the Arabs, Chinese and Indians - in the vast expanse of the country, where many wild monkeys, now so easy to meet people from every continent. The customs of the Indians, Europeans and Africans for centuries if cooked in a big pot, and the result was a bright, fragrant and original dish called "tradition of Brazil."
Jeitinho brasileiro as a lifestyle

In the headline of the concept is of particular demeanor Brazilian, which combines the ability to get out of a very difficult situation, without straining even while showing a disregard for the apparent problem. In the tradition of Brazil - some punctuality and inattention to duty, even if they include a business relationship.
Putting off the problem or performing work at the last minute - a kind of hope that the situation will resolve itself, but because dealing with the Brazilians, it is important to monitor the agreement. When planning a move across the country, leave enough time for connections, referring to the real possibility of the delay of public transport and other unforeseen circumstances.
They breathe football and carnival

National treasure and one of the most important traditions of Brazil - the game of football. At the time of the championships and competitions of any level are transfixed life and everything from small to large stick to television or hang out at sports arenas. Each town has its own team of the country and the loss of the Brazilian national team which is perceived as a national tragedy.
The second great love of Brazilians - the annual Carnival in Rio, which is a few days turns the city into a vibrant capital and the fairy dance. The rhythms of samba through the streets of Rio are thousands of dedicated and perfectly owning his body of people, and millions of visitors each year make a significant contribution to the economy.
Useful things

Going on a visit to South America, be prepared for the fact that some Brazilian traditions may seem you are not too familiar:

Passionate and hot Brazilians love to hug and kiss, and they do not stop the fact that their companion - a man unfamiliar.
The mixing of different cultures allows Brazilian shamelessly attend a Catholic church in the morning and in the evening to participate in the administration of the African religious rites. It is not necessary to ask about this a lot of questions or show surprised.

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Features Brazil

Brazil - one of the most interesting and attractive countries in South America. What are Brazil's national characteristics, it is important to take into consideration?
Features of residence

75.4% of the population live in cities of the state of various populations. 90.6% of people living in the northeast, southeast, south, less than 10% - in the north, center and west. They are not assimilated by the Indians, which is now live in the Amazon jungle. Indians tend to keep their particular way of life for centuries. Men need to go hunting with a bow and arrows, and women - to cultivate the soil by conventional sticks with a pointed end. The Indians are still engaged in hunting, fishing, gathering forest, primitive agriculture, and so live.
Features of character Brazilians

Foreigners should remember especially the mentality of local people, if they want to establish a close, intimate contact. Brazilians differ sentimentality, sensitivity and warmth. However, if you have not shown due attention to the person and fails to comply with tact, for the friendship you can put a cross. The desire to respect special features caused local history. In 1888 a bill was passed to abolish slavery, but the memory of the sad events still lives in people.

The warm climate, relatively simple lifestyle have a significant impact on the character of the locals. Brazilians live more carelessly than the Russian. Unfortunately, some citizens are absolutely do not want to work and tend to cheat tourists.
Exciting Brazil

The country is famous for its wonderful carnival, which takes place annually at the end of February. What are its features can be noted?

Carnival is held for five days. At this time, the number of tourists reached 600 - 700 thousand. It is important to be prepared for high prices in a hotel during this period.
Carnival begins in the small town of Olinda, which is located far away from Rio de Janeiro. First held a parade of dance school "virgins", which is 250 men dressed in women's clothes. Speech held for 10 hours without stopping.
In Rio de Janeiro samba schools parade is held. Besides, in Olinda, you can see the parade of wax dummy large, Manaus, Recife - Indian ritual dances. Across the country, costume contests, beauty pageants.