Book excerpt: Let us guide you on every step of your travels. From deciding when to go to choosing what to see when you arrive, Insight Guide Brazil is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Brazil, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Sugar Loaf and Corcovado in Rio, the colonial architecture of Paraty and Pelourinho, the Pantanal and Iguaçu Falls and hidden cultural gems like Ouro Preto. This book is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring colonial monuments, Amazonian lodges or Brazil's beautiful coastline, to discovering the thrill of its world-famous Carnaval. - In-depth on history and culture: explore the region's vibrant history and culture, and understand its modern-day life, people and politics - Excellent Editor's Choice: uncover the best of Brazil, which highlights the most special places to visit around the region - Invaluable and practical maps: get around with ease thanks to detailed maps that pinpoint the key attractions featured in every chapter - Informative tips: plan your travels easily with an A to Z of useful advice on everything from climate to tipping - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights, and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Inventivedesign makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro State, São Paulo: City and State, Minas Gerais and Espirito Santo, Iguaçu Falls, Brasília and Goiás, The Pantanal, Bahia, Salvador, Sergipe and Alagoas, Recife and Pernambuco, Fernando de Noronha, The Far Northeast and the Amazon. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.