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Things To Know About Brasilia: Facts And Statistics
Here are some general Brasilia facts. Check out these Brasilia facts, and if you're looking for more, there is a short list of websites at the end with more Brasilia facts.
Brasilia is a unique place in the world for several reasons. First, it's the capital city of Brazil, but it's not actually a city. Brasilia is an administrative district of the Federal District of Brazil. Whether it is a city or a district, Brasilia is the seat of Brazil's government, where the major decisions get made.
It is also unique because it is one of the only planned communities in the world. Brasilia was built in just four years and, although the modern Brasilia varies from the original plan, many regard it as a futuristic model of the planned city of the future.
The Population Of Brasilia
Brasilia itself has a population of around 200,000. However, Brasilia proper is surrounded by "satellite cities" (also administrative districts). These satellite cities altogether have more than 2 million inhabitants. Brasilia's population is slowly declining, as residents move to the outer satellite cities where it is cheaper to live and less crowded. The population density of Brasilia is 354,3 people per square kilometer, making it the most densely populated place in the entire nation of Brazil. 55% of the population are considered caucasian, representing people of Portuguese, Italian, Spanish, German and Polish descent chiefly. 38% of the population are mixed white and black, and 6% of the population are black. The remaining 1% represents Amerindian, Japanese, Arab and other ethnic groups.
Brasilia's Economy
Brasilia's GDP growth rate is around 0.2%. The district's main imports include machinery, equipment, chemical products, electricity, cars and auto parts, and oil. It's exports include iron ore, soybean products, fruit products like orange juice, footwear, coffee, and car parts. Like most of Brazil, Brasilia has a large agricultural base, producing mostly coffee, fruit and soybean products. The Federal District also produces steel and iron goods, motor vehicle and airplane parts, and chemicals. But, the main economic force of Brasilia is the Brazilian government, which has its base there.
The Location Of Brasilia
Brasilia is located in Brazil's Federal District between 15-30' and 16-03' south latitude. The Federal District includes 29 other administrative districts. The altitude of Brasilia is just over 1,000 meters.
Public Transportation
Brasilia has a wonderful bus system that can take people all over the city. There is also a Brasilia Metro train system that you can use to get from the center to the outlying satellite cities.
Soccer Teams Of Brasilia
Brasilia has two soccer teams; Brasiliense and Gama.
Sources
For more Brasilia facts, check these websites...
About Brasilia - http://www.aboutbrasilia.com/facts/
The City Of Brasilia website - http://www.geocities.com/
TheTropics/3416/
Worldroom.com,
Brasilia Fast
Facts page - http://www.worldroom.com/pages/cg_brasilia/fastfacts
/brasilia_fastfacts.phtml
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Restaurants in Brasilia
Eating is one of the best parts of a trip to Brasilia. The number of great restaurants in Brasilia is staggering. Here are reviews of some of the most popular restaurants in Brasilia, just to get you started.
Brasilia Links
Here is a listing of Brasilia links and related web pages. You can find Brasilia links to travel sites as well as information about Brasilia's culture and history.
Map of Brasilia
This page contains maps of Brasilia. These maps of Brasilia will show you how the city is laid out, and where it lies in Brazil.
Brasilia Sightseeing
Brasilia sightseeing is not just fantastic architecture and wonderful parks. For the best Brasilia sightseeing, check out the rental cars in Brasilia, and get out of town for a day or two.
Brasilia Guide Books
Unfortunately, there aren't any Brasilia guide books written yet. If you want a Brasilia guide book, your best bet is to buy a Brazil guide book with comprehensive coverage. This article gives reviews of the three most popular.
Brasilia History
Brasilia history is unique among modern cities of the world. This is the story of Brasilia history, and what it means to the rest of the world.
Sanctuary Dom Bosco Brasilia
The Dom Bosco Sanctuary Brasilia is one of the city's great cultural sights. This church honors the Italian saint who dreamed up the city of Brasilia. The Dom Bosco Sanctuary Brasilia is a great attraction.
Brasilia Temple of Legiao da Boa Vontade
The Brasilia Temple of Legiao da Boa Vontade is a unique sightseeing attraction. Known as a center for spiritualism in Brazil's capital city, the Brasilia Temple of Legiao da Boa Vontade is a great place to visit on your trip.
Brasilia Museum de Valores
The Brasilia Museum de Valores is the nation's money museum, located in Brasilia's central bank. At the Brasilia Museum de Valores, you can see coins and monetary items from all over the world, and throughout human history.
Brasilia Museum Memoirial JK
The Brasilia JK Museum and Memorial honors the city's founding father, Juscelino Kubitschek. At the Brasilia JK Museum and Memorial, you'll find lots of exhibits about the life of Kubitschek and the founding of Brasilia.
Brasilia National Gems Museum
Located partway up the Television Tower is the Brasilia National Gems Museum. Take some time to check out the Brasilia National Gems Museum and see the best gems the world has to offer.
Brasilia Memorial Museum of the indian people
A little known cultural attraction, the Brasilia Memorial Museum of the Indian People is well worth checking out. The Brasilia Memorial Musuem of the Indian People celebrates native art and culture.
Museum of Brazilian Arts Brasilia
One attraction you don't want to miss is the Museum of Brazilian Arts Brasilia. At the Museum of Brazilian Arts Brasilia you'll find works by contemporary Brazilian artists.
Praca dos Tres Poderes
Brasilia's Praca dos Tres Poderes (Three Powers Square) is one of its major cultural attractions. One of the places you must see in Brasilia is the Praca dos Tres Poderes.
Catetinho
Catetinho is one of Brasilia's historic sights. It is the house where Juscelino Kubitschek lived during the historic building of the city of Brasilia. Now, Catetinho is open to the public.
Torre de Televisao
Torre de Televisao (The Television Tower) is one of Brasilia's best sights to see. From the top of the Torre de Televisao, you can see all the major sights of the city below.
Palacio da Alvorada
The Palacio da Alvorada is Brasilia's "Palace of the Dawn." It is the palace where the president of Brazil lives. People travel from all over the country to get a glimpse of the Palacio da Alvorada.