Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil has overcome more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of the country to pursue industrial and agricultural growth and development of the interior.
Brazil culture up close
Brazil Culture
Most of Brazil’s 146m live within 200 miles of the coast 90% of the people live on 10% of the land.
Brazilians don’t consider themselves to be Hispanic and resent being spoken to in Spanish.
Brazilis the only country in Latin Americain which Portuguese, not Spanish, is spoken. English, German and French are also spoken by many Brazilians.
Brazilis the only country in Latin Americain which Portuguese, not Spanish, is spoken. English, German and French are also spoken by many Brazilians.
Brazilians tend to be blunt about personal characteristics, such as whether you are fat or thin. These comments are meant as observations and are not intended as insults.
Brazilians tend to express their opinions forcefully. This should not be misinterpreted as anger.
