BRASILIA....
The city Built In 2,000 days

We first visited Brasilia in the Autumn of 1976, barely 16 years after its inauguration as Brazil's capital city.

Before that, it was Rio de Janeiro who held that position from 1763 to 1960.

It is indeed one of the most original cities in the world, whose official buildings - innovative and imaginative - are a landmark in the history of town planning.

In fact, UNESCO listed the city as a World Heritage Site in 1987.

Designed in the shape of a flying bird or airplane, its Master Plan was conceived by Lucio Costa and major buildings planned by Oscar Niemeyer.

It's located in the Federal district created from the State of Goiás, in the central highlands of Brazil.

It's not particularly famous for its nightlife.
We would consider a visit to the city as more cultural/architectural oriented than entertainment/leisure/fun that characterizes other cities that Brazil is famous for.

However, for nature and outdoor living enthusiasts, the natural world that surround the city -known as Brazilian savanna or cerrado- it's magical and varied.
You will see hidden waterfalls, caves, lakes, natural swimming pools, grottoes and twisted trees...

• Mumunhas
• Cachoeira do Sal (Salt waterfall)
• Poço Azul (Blue well)
• Tororó
• Salto de Itiquira (with a waterfall 168 meters high)

About 42% of the territory of the Federal District is of environmental protection areas.
The best attractions are located in the State of Goiás...

• Chapada dos Veadiros National Park
• Pirenópolis

Brasilia is worldwide famous for its architecture, so here is a list of its main sights and buildings...

• Praça dos Três Poderes...
  - National Congress
  - Presidential Palace (Palacio do Planalto)
  - Supreme Court
• Esplanada dos Ministerios
• Palace of Justice
• Itamaraty Palace
• Cathedral (Nossa Senhora Aparecida)
• Claudio Santoro National Theater
• Television Tower (highest point in Brasilia)
• Juscelino Kubitschek Memorial
• Palacio do Alvorada
• Dom Bosco Church
• Paranoá lake
• Parque da Cidade (City park). The largest urban park in the world.
• National park
• Botanic Garden
• Brasilia zoo

Brasilia is also the result of a long standing and visionary dream.
Back in 1823, when the General Constituent Assembly of the Empire was considering installing the capital in the Brazilian interior, its name was put forward by Jose Bonifacio.

And there is also a prophecy related to it.
In 1883, saint Dom Joâo Bosco - Salesian priest from Turin, Italy - revealed that a new civilization would emerge in the center of Brazil, somewhere between the 15th. and 20th. parallels.

Brasilia was officially inaugurated on April 21st., 1960.

Would you like a quick tour to the Cathedral Nossa Senhora Aparecida?
Truly spectacular and unique in style and conception...

How to Get There:

The city has a modern International Airport - Juscelino Kubitschek.
By Bus:
It is connected to all important Brazilian cities.
Distance to San Pablo: 870 km.
Distance to Rio de Janeiro: 931 km.

Where to Stay:

The Hotel Area (Setor Hoteleiro) are SHS and SHN, located on both sides of Eixo Monumental.
Melia Comfort is provably the most famous.
For Budget accommodation please check Hostel Brasilia - hibsb@2pmail.com.br

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