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10 places in Brazil that will make you feel like you’re in another country

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Did you know that you can walk around Brazil and feel like you are visiting other countries? There are several amazing places for you to visit here and that will give you that feeling.

Want to know more? See our selection of 10 places in Brazil that will make you feel like you are in another country:

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Holambra, São Paulo
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HOLAMBRA

This city in the interior of São Paulo is a real little piece of Holland in Brazil! It also stands out for its flower production.

Arraial do Cabo
Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro

ARRAIAL DO CABO

The crystalline waters of the beaches of Arraial do Cabo have already earned this destination the title of “Brazilian Caribbean”.

Maragogi
Maragogi, Alagoas

MARAGOGI

Another destination that is our own version of the Caribbean. Who needs Maldives when we have this paradise in Alagoas?

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Campos do Jordão, São Paulo

CAMPOS DO JORDÃO

Campos do Jordão is 167 km from the capital of São Paulo. The chill and the typical landscape of the mountains and the architecture inspired by the European style make the city to be considered the “Brazilian Switzerland”.

Zu Lai Temple
Zu Lai Temple, Cotia, São Paulo

ZU LAI TEMPLE

This temple is located in Cotia (SP) and will give you the feeling of being on the Asian continent! Its gardens are surrounded by Buddhist statues and sculptures that will delight anyone. In addition, trees and fountains complement the peaceful atmosphere of the place.

Miroku Tower
Miroku Tower, Ribeirão Pires, São Paulo

MIROKU TOWER

Miroku Tower is located in Ribeirão Pires (SP) and is the largest Japanese tower in Brazil. A refuge close to the capital of São Paulo that guarantees a good option for a vacation.

Lavender Center Cunha
Cunha, São Paulo

LAVENDER CENTER IN CUNHA

It may seem like you are in Provence, France, but this destination is in the state of São Paulo!

Fernando de Noronha
Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco

FERNANDO DE NORONHA

Another paradise destination with crystal clear beaches and breathtaking landscapes – better than many international destinations.

Gramado
Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul

GRAMADO

Gramado is a city famous for its many tourist attractions and for its charming European air.

Jalapao-Tocantins
Jalapão, Tocantins

JALAPÃO

The natural (and unique!) beauties that you will find in this destination in Tocantins will give you the feeling of being outside Brazil.

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