Brasilia

Brasilia

Located in the Brazilian Highlands, Brasilia was installed in 1960 as Brazil’s capital. Brazil’s former President Juscelino Kubitschek of the late 1950s ordered the city to be planned and developed into what some refer to as a utopia. Brasilia’s modern day infrastructure is designed in the shape of an airplane in which each of its sections serve as different districts such as government, commercial, residential and cultural.

Brasilia’s new and creative architecture attracts many visitors. Most significant is the Three Powers Square, which houses the Presidential Palace, the Congress and the Supreme Court. Other important buildings include the Palácio da Alvorada, the President’s official residence, the TV Tower and the Brasilia Cathedral with its glass roof that resembles hands reaching up to heaven.

In addition to all its concrete, steel and glass, Brasilia also features a large artificial lake and several beautiful parks that all offer a variety of leisure activities.

Boasting a vibrant arts and culture scene, Brasilia has many museums, art galleries and theaters. Home to various ethnic groups, the city hosts annual festivals dedicated to different cultures in addition to celebrations of cinema, music, holidays and local heritage.

Brasilia’s buses, subway and taxis all transport people around the city. The capital is also an important transportation hub for travel within Brazil.