OAKLAND — NBA Most Valuable Player Stephen Curry swapped jerseys with Brazilian football star Neymar Sunday after Curry helped the Golden State Warriors rout Cleveland 110-77 in the NBA Finals. NBA ...
Brazil remained a colony until 1815, when it was elevated to a united kingdom with Portugal after the transfer of the Portuguese court to Rio de Janeiro. Prince Pedro of Braganza declared Brazilian independence in 1822 and, after waging a war against Portugal, established the Empire of Brazil.
Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world, occupying nearly half of the continent’s land area. Its varied landscapes include the Amazon Rainforest, extensive river systems, and major urban centers.
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Brazil profile with key facts and structured field data. Capital: Brasília. Population: 221,359,387 (2025 est.). Area: 8,515,770 sq km. Includes map access
Don’t leave Brazil without trying moqueca, a savory seafood stew often made with fish, shrimp, or both, simmered with vegetables, herbs, and coconut milk or dendé palm oil.
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Physical map of Brazil showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about Brazil.