Old and New, Brazil

I began my visit to Rio de Janeiro with a local football game between Botafogo and Internacional. The result 1-1, but I was more entertained by the crowd than the game.

Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

(this internet cafe bans youtube so I`ll try and upload the video later which gives a better idea of the animated and noisy atmosphere)

UPDATE: Maracana Football Crowd Atmosphere

VIDEO

Another image of Brazil is the Favela. When a man carrying a pistol in his hand strides past, the guide quickly advises ¨No Photos!¨

Favela Views

Rocinha Favela, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rocinho Mural, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Electrical Wiring in a Favela, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The north-eastern coast of Brazil is so long the thought of a 24 hour bus ride seemed painful so I jumped along with a shiny low-cost airline, although foreigners can`t buy the cheapest tickets from the website directly.

Gol jet engine from Rio to Salvador, Brazil

Continuing up the coast…

The historical centre of Salvador

Salvador historic centre, Brazil

Traditional Dress Salvador, Brazil

The new skyline of Recife from the old town of Olinda

Olinda, Brazil