General Information
Official information about Brazil can be found at
http://www.ibge.gov.br/paisesat/.
The language in Brazil is Portuguese. In most places visited by tourists,
visitors can communicate in English or Spanish.
Currency is Real. Exchange rates for U.S. dollar and Euro are available
at
http://www.bcb.gov.br/?english.
The main credit cards are accepted in most shops, restaurants and hotels.
Some words on safety
Some people feel inhibited to visit Brazil, because of safety and security
issues. In fact, the danger in Brazil, including the main cities of Rio
de Janeiro, Salvador and São Paulo, is probably similar to anywhere in Europe
or North America. Violent crimes against tourists or foreign visitors are
extremely rare. If they occur, naturally they become headlines. Brazil is
politically stable with no terrorist activities.
