Brazil is the largest country South and Latin America. Over 208 million people, reside in Brazil, making it the fifth most populous country. Brasília is the capital, and São Paulo is the largest city by population. Ohio State’s Brazil Gateway is located in São Paulo in the Moema district, one of the premiere business areas in the city. Portuguese is the official language of Brazil.
Brazil has vast natural resources, beautiful sceneries and diverse wildlife since it houses the Amazon river and Amazon Forest, it is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean.
Quick facts about Brazil:
- There are 26 states and one federal district
- Brazil borders nine countries
- There are approximately 180 indigenous languages spoken
- Brazil has 21 Unesco World Heritage Sites