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Pictures of Brazil

Curious Sea Turtle: Florianopolis, Brazil

Curious Sea Turtle: Florianopolis, BrazilThis Sea Turtle was found in the Project Tamar in the beach called Barra De Lagoa in Florianopolis, Brazil. This is a special project where they help sea turtles which are already endangered in the area. I was lucky since they were cleaning one of the pools and they allowed one to walk outside on its own.

This Sea Turtle was found in the Project Tamar in the beach called Barra De Lagoa in Florianopolis, Brazil. This is a special project where they help sea turtles which are already endangered in the area. I was lucky since they were cleaning one of the pools and they allowed one to walk outside on its own.

Welcome To Rio De Janeiro

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My first day in Rio was as clear as it was going to get.  I decided to head up to the Sugar Loaf mountain so I could get a view of the entire city.  The beaches behind the rocks above is the infamous Copacabana and to the right is the small beach of Urca.  The […]

The Streets Of Carnival-Salvador, Brazil

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The streets in Salvador are something else to experience.  Depending on the time of the day you will encounter bright signs and tourist souvenirs on almost every corner.  You will also will encounter the hustlers that try to sell you beads for the price of a Starbucks Frappucino.  I chose to go to Salvador for […]

Chaos at Carnival in Salvador, Brazil

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This is the beginning of Carnival parade on the coast of Salvador de Bahia, Brazil.  Carnival in Brazil is not for the faint of heart!  Its a full week of walking in the parade for miles on end while drinking and dancing at the same time.  By the third day I was completely exhausted while […]

Lacerda Elevator in Salvador De Bahia, Brazil

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The elevator itself is one of the popular landmarks in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil.  The people of the city and tourists alike take the elevator to get up on the mountain.  Once on top you can enjoy one of the best ice creams in the city at a small shop withing the station.  This is […]

Daisy Dukes In Brazil

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This is something that is very common in Brazil, no not the fur balls on his legs, the shorts.  The men wear trunks to the beach just like women wear thongs.  Although this man is good looking, in shape, and has a phenomenal tan line, it gives you a great example of the life of a Brazilian. […]

Capoeira In Carnival: Salvador, Brazil

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This was taken in the Pelourinho circuit during the 2nd day of Carnaval while we were talking towards Campo Grande.  A bit more laid back than the Barra circuit there is still plenty of chaos for everyone to enjoy.  One of the girls in our group actually started dancing Capoeira with the group which they […]