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Brazilians love a reason to celebrate, and Christmas is no different. The Christmas season in Brazil is full of colour an music, celebrated during the country’s summer, full of colour, music, and family traditions. Unlike in countries where Christmas is associated with snow, Brazilians enjoy sunny days at the beach or park alongside some European traditions like Christmas Eve dinner. The holiday season in Brazil blends Catholic and European traditions, with its own local twis

Círio de Nazaré (The Taper of Our Lady of Nazareth), is a Roman Catholic religious event held annually in Belém , the capital of the state of Pará in northern Brazil. It honours Nossa Senhora de Nazaré (Our Lady of Nazareth), who is one of the most revered Marian figures in the country. The event takes place on the second Sunday in October and is considered one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, attracting around two million participants each year. Planning to

Salvador , Bahia has 41 officially listed museums ( official list ), ranging from large historical institutions to small, topic-specific...

Festa do Divino Espirito Santo, or the Festival of the Holy Spirit, is one of Brazil's most cherished religious celebrations. Rooted in...

Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is one of the most significant religious observances in Christian countries, commemorating the final days of Jesus Christ’s life, his crucifixion, and resurrection. In Brazil, a predominantly Catholic country, Semana Santa is celebrated with deep religious devotion, cultural traditions, and family gatherings. The observance begins on Palm Sunday and extends through Easter Sunday, with various rituals, processions, and culinary customs unique to Bra

Feliz Ano Novo! The New Year's Eve party in Rio de Janeiro is widely considered to be the biggest in the world. In 2025, 2.5 million people attended the New Year's Eve ( Réveillon) party on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro . This guide will tell you everything you need to know about attending the New Year's Eve party on Copacabana beach, from concerts and performances, to transport, and how to stay safe at the party. Now, let's find out what happens at the world's largest n