Cheap Flights To Brasilia

Captial city of Brazil and seated at the summit of the majestic Brazilian Highlands, Brasilia is a world class, cosmopolitan city with an intoxicating Latin culture and atmosphere. Boasting a myriad of varied and interesting attractions, the city entices visitors from around the globe each year. Although the region was not designated as the country's capital until 1957, discussions began as far back as 1827 to name the region as the country's capital city, which at the time was Rio de Janeiro.

Brasilia features a tropical Savanna climate with a rainy season and a dry season. Nonetheless, the temperature remains mild and warm throughout the year, whichever season prevails. This sprawling city offers visitors a vast selection of activities, historical sites and culturally rich attractions. Visit the scenic and tranquil Itiquira Falls: the second highest waterfall in Brazil and the highest accessible waterfall in the country. Visit during September, when the Porao do Rock Festival is hosted. The event is the largest music festival in the country and features both national and international artists. In addition to live musical performances, the event features stalls selling souvenirs, arts, crafts and street food.

Things To Do

The vibrant and world class city of Brasilia caters for visitors of every taste and preference. With numerous historical sites scattered across the region, fine restaurants and scenic countryside, visitors to Brasilia are spoiled for choice.

• Itiquira Falls

The second largest waterfall in Brazil yet the country's highest accessible waterfall, Itiquira Falls is a stunning force of nature and should not be missed. The surrounding area is a municipal park and as scenic as the falls themselves.

• For the foodies

Located along the banks of the Lago Paranoá Lake, Aquavit offers the ultimate fine dining experience. Chef's impressive menu offers splendid dishes of grilled okra in red wine sauce, pan-fried tuna with vanilla cerrado and honey jataí or opt for one the fine seafood dishes.

• For the history lovers

The Living Museum of Memory Candanga exhibits artefacts including photographs, objects and other memorabilia from the city's inception. The exhibition is entitled Dust, Canvass and Concrete and narrates the history of Brasilia as the country's capital.

Calendar Of Events

Although the majority of festivals and events hosted in Brasilia are religious in nature, festival goers can also enjoy a number of musical and cultural events.

• Porao do Rock Festival: The Porao do Rock Festival is hosted in September and features both international and national artists from a variety of musical genres. The festival is the largest of its kind in the country and in addition to live music, food tents and stalls offering a selection of goods are available on site.

• Independence Day Parade: Also hosted in September, the Independence Day Parade, as its name suggests, celebrates the country's independence and festival goers are treated to parades with participants wearing traditional regalia, firework displays and live music.

• The Japanese Festival: The Japanese Festival is hosted every weekend throughout the month of August and the venue is the Honpa Hongwanji Temple. The event features traditional oriental dancing, oriental food, culture and art. The festival closes with a spectacular firework display.