In East Brazil, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, tourists will find the marvelous city of Joao Pessoa. What is so special about this settlement? There is no other city in the world that has so many parks and green areas. Paris is the only city that defeats Joao Pessoa in this category. Moreover, Joao Pessoa is the oldest city in this part of Brazil. In this enchanting city, tourists can see how tropical beaches and park areas miraculously co-exist with modern architecture and historical buildings. In the capital of Paraiba State, tourists can relax and sunbathe, as well as enjoy sightseeing. The city was founded on August 5, 1585. Initially, Joao Pessoa had another name - Royal City of Our Lady of the Snows. Three years later, the city changed its name to Philipeia of Our Lady of the Snows in the name of Philip II who became a king at that time. Needless to say, the name was very long and this is the reason why many historic documents mention the short name of the settlement – Philipeia. In the mid-17th century, Dutch occupants invaded the city. They changed the city’s name once again and called it Fredrikstad or Frederick City. Frederick of Orange was the Dutch ruler at that time, and so the town got its name after him. This was not the last name of Joao Pessoa. The documents dating back to 1817 used another name for this city - Parahyba do Norte. In the 30s of the 20th century, the governor of Paraiba, Joan Pessoa, was killed. After this event, it was
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A country of colourful carnivals and festivals, Brazil attracts guests not only because of its fantastic celebrations, but also with its numerous places of interest. The capital of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, remains the most visited city of the country. Without a doubt, Rio is internationally known by its symbol – the Statue of Christ the Redeemer that is located on the top of Corcovado Mountain. The statue is a part of National Park that occupies a plot of land of more than 3 thousand hectares. There are more than ten interesting museums in Rio de Janeiro. Tourists are recommended to visit the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Indians, the National Museum of Fine Arts, Ethnographic Museum, the Museums of History and Art, the Museum of Stones and the Museum of Republic. Guanabara Bay is considered the most beautiful place of the capital and features fantastic views.
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