Living

by José Ferreira (Angola)

I didn't expect to find Brazil

Certainly when We think of travel from the first countries that most appear in our mind are those exotic, exuberant, with historical and cultural heritage, with emotion, joy, Beautiful landscapes, comforting, exciting and above all welcoming. And in the gigantic geographic atlas that we have, there is no country that brings together all these qualities and requirements as much as Brazil. I went to Brazil in one of the most enchanting and exciting festive times that the country goes through I went during the carnival season as soon as I flew up to the city of Rio de Janeiro I had the great pleasure of experiencing one of the most exciting stays I had the privilege of living As soon as I landed her in the city of Rio de Janeiro, I stayed at the home of a friend of mine named Jonathan he was very hospitable, the first thing I was excited to do was go to one of those wonderful beaches full of lovely landscapes I went to the beach by "Lopes Mendes" in (Ilha Grande) I had the privilege of looking at those resplendent crystalline waters, which were so clean that I could see some of the exuberant sea creatures and beautiful and colorful corals that were on the beach where I dived, right after that the same day I went to visit one of the attractions most charming tourist attractions of that land which is the Christ the King, the "Christ the Redeemer" and I have to give Torcer arm, the view from up there is beautiful, as soon as we are there we can have a stunning view of the sublime city of Rio de Janeiro, The next day I got up very early and the first thing I did was to have a typical Brazilian breakfast with typical dishes from the country such as acarajé and the typical tapioca,.After that I went to "Ipanema" one of the busiest areas of Rio de Janeiro, I tasted the very popular Brazilian "Água de Coco", I ate the tasty hot dog, And after that I went to an area very visited by tourists, the "Copa Cabana" area where I played Beach Soccer with two beautiful Mexican tourists, and then I did something that will be a remarkable milestone in my vacation adventures, I flew hang gliding with an instructor, and it was amazing the Day ended in a very fun and exciting way. The next day I walked around the city to be able to calmly appreciate the best tourist spots in the country, and I couldn't have chosen a better option, During the walk I caught a glimpse of children, teenagers, adults and the elderly deeply involved in the spirit of the biggest popular party in the world, Carnival, The USA is known worldwide for Halloween, and Spain is acclaimed for the Bullfights, But Brazil is world-class because of the its unique Carnival in the world. I saw children making their little disguises, others asking their parents to buy, young people and teenagers rehearsing for the parades of their Carnival schools, with the spirit of joy, joviality, brotherhood and love of culture on their faces. . The next day I knew it would be the third and penultimate day of Brazilian Carnival and that was the day of the presentations of the Carnival Schools of Rio de Janeiro Shortly after that, I asked my friend Jonathan to take me to see the parade, and so we did. each School had Seventy Minutes to present its parade. And I assure you that that was the most beautiful, sublime and exuberant cultural manifestation I have ever seen in my life, so much color, liveliness, rhythm, hope, life, fraternization and joy in one place, Women dancing, Children singing and the parade telling profound stories. My favorite parade was from a school called "Portela" . unfortunately for international health reasons, my stay in Brazil had to be shortened, and I had to return the next day Despite the need to return home sooner than I thought it was one of the most extraordinary, incredible and enriching trips I have ever had in my life. I am looking forward to next year.