Brazil is a country located in South America, bordered by Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana to the north, Colombia to the northwest, Peru and Bolivia to the west, Argentina and Paraguay to the southwest, Uruguay and the South Atlantic Ocean to the south and the east. The capital and largest city is Brasília. The official language is Portuguese and the currency is the Brazilian Real. The population is around 212 million.
Brazil has a diverse climate, ranging from tropical in the north to subtropical and temperate in the south. Its economy is the ninth-largest in the world by nominal GDP, and it is the largest in Latin America. It is a developing country with a mixed economy that includes agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and service sectors. Brazil is also the world's tenth-largest economy by PPP, and the largest in the Americas.
Brazil is a federal presidential constitutional republic, with a president as both the head of state and government. The country has a stable democratic government and has a history of peaceful transitions of power.
Brazil has a rich history and culture, with influences from the Portuguese colonial period, indigenous peoples, and African cultures. The country is home to many historic sites and landmarks, such as the Sugarloaf Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer statue, and the Iguaçu Falls. Brazil is also known for its traditional festivals and music, such as the Carnival, the Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival, and the São Paulo International Film Festival.
Brazil is known for its natural beauty, including the Amazon rainforest, the Pantanal wetlands, and the beaches of Rio de Janeiro.
