Category: Brazil
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Proclamation of the Republic
The Proclamation of the Brazilian Republic, also referred to in the History of Brazil as the Republican Coup or Coup of 1889, was a political-military coup that occurred on November 15, 1889, which established the presidential republican form of government in Brazil, ending the constitutional parliamentary monarchy of the Empire and, consequently, deposing the then…
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With ideal winds for practice, Ceará attracts athletes and artists interested in kitesurfing
Ceará is established as one of the most sought-after destinations in the world for kitesurfing, attracting not only professional athletes but also celebrities looking to enjoy the perfect winds of the coastline.
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G20 to be held in Rio in November
The G20 is the forum for economic cooperation among the 19 largest economies in the world, along with the European Union and, starting in 2023, the African Union. With an annual rotating presidency, the G20 operates in annual cycles, involving various ministerial and technical meetings that culminate in the summit of heads of state and…
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Goiás Promotes Nautical Tourism and Sport Fishing at the Largest Nautical Fair in Latin America
The Government of Goiás, through Goiás Turismo, participated in the São Paulo Boat Show 2024, the largest nautical fair in Latin America. According to the organizers, the fair offered a wide variety of vessels, accessories, equipment, segment trends, networking, and business opportunities. The exclusive Goiás Turismo booth showcased the best attractions of Nautical Tourism and…
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Brazilian resorts set occupancy record in 2023
Brazilian resorts achieved a record occupancy rate of 60.7% in 2023, reflecting a significant recovery in the sector post-pandemic.
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National tourism advances and attracts 4.9 million foreign visitors by September
Brazil has been attracting more and more foreign visitors. Between January and September 2024, the number of tourists coming from other countries increased by 12% compared to the same period last year. The country has already recorded 4.897 million international travelers. This positive data was released by the Ministry of Tourism, in partnership with Embratur…
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Samba Instruments Become Expressions of National Culture
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Nine musical instruments of samba, including the pandeiro, tamtam, cuíca, and tamborim, have been recognized as expressions of national culture throughout Brazilian territory. The law that formalizes this decision was sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and published in the Diário Oficial da União. Also recognized as cultural practices and traditions are the…
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Anísio Teixeira is officially the patron of Brazilian public schools
The educator Anísio Teixeira is about to be officially recognized as the patron of Brazilian public schools. The law, granting this title to the teacher who passed away in 1971 in Rio de Janeiro, was signed on October 15, Teacher’s Day, by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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Flip attracts between 27,000 and 30,000 people to Paraty
The 22nd International Literary Festival of Paraty (Flip) came to an end on October 13, after five days of an intense cultural program. According to the organizers, the event attracted between 27,000 and 30,000 people to the historic city on the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro. As the flagship of a vast parallel program…
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Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad Sets Medal Record
The Brazilian Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad (OBA) has set a new record for medals this year. A total of 81,153 gold, silver, and bronze medals were awarded to students from all states, about 38% more compared to 2023. Nearly half were from public school students (39,200). According to astronomer João Batista Garcia Canalle, scientific olympiads…