Brazilian customs

Brazilian customs

Although it is the fifth largest country in the world and the sixth most populous in the world with about 208 million inhabitants. A society that is made up of descendants of Europe as well as indigenous people, Asians and Africans. So today, we will see a little of all of them in terms of Brazil customs.

A unique country, with numerous corners to visit and let us be carried away by those Brazilian customs, which will surely surprise you. Our journey does not take us to places with their own names but to know a little more about their lives and their day to day. Do you want to know a little more about this country?

Customs of Brazil, its carnival

All places have those unique and special holidays. But it is true that among the customs of Brazil, the carnival could not be left behind. Although there are many places where it is celebrated, Rio de Janeiro is one of the most important of all and of the whole year. On the one hand, the event arises in a large stadium where more than 70000 spectators live it and dance schools have about 80 minutes to show their shows. But it is true that he also takes to the streets, organizing himself in street parades and giving that party touch to the entire city.

Brazilian Carnival

Customs in greetings

Perhaps it is also another of the issues that most attract our attention. Because despite the fact that these are greetings, they are not the same in all areas. That is why among the customs of Brazil and in each of its areas, they have a special one that should be remembered. For example, if we go to Sao Paulo they will greet us with a greeting of a kiss and it will be on the left cheek. But if we are in Rio de Janeiro, then it is more frequent that between the common greetings it is to give two kisses. Of course, if you're into kisses and you're in Mina Gerais, there will be three. The truth is that all this is because they are very close and friendly people.

Brazilian Soccer

Soccer in Brazil

Soccer is one of the star sports around the world, but perhaps in Brazil it is always more than present. It stands out because it is the most popular sport in this place. Being more than a passion for all of them, it is also common for them to refer to this place as 'The land of football'. So, knowing this, we already know that without a doubt, it is another of the customs of Brazil. More than 16% of the population of this country is involved in the world of football, which generates a high income. Both in men's teams and in women's football that won 7 of 8 in the Copa América, being runner-up in the world in 2007.

Capoeira, the traditional dance

Before we mentioned the carnival, which also has different dance shows. But if there is one that falls within the traditions, it is the Capoeira. It is a martial art that combines both music and acrobatics and also dance or dance. It is said that it originated thanks to some African descendants who had indigenous roots, back in the 2014th century. At the time of being practiced, a music that comes from the Birimbao will be heard. A stringed instrument that is made of a kind of wooden stick that is flexible. This dance was named as Cultural Heritage in XNUMX.

capoeira

The religion

It must be said that it is a very diverse country and on the subject of religion, it was not going to be left behind. Although the vast majority of people are Catholic, in recent decades Protestant religion has grown a lot. While 7,5% recognize that they are atheist. But still it is a way that there is a great diversity, but always with the utmost respect for one another.

Wedding traditions

Without a doubt, weddings are another of the great moments for everyone, but in Brazil they have a series of customs. One of the most common is that the bride must write the name of friends who are still single. You will wear them on the inside of your dress. In this way, it is said that it will give them luck to find a partner. Although we are used to a large decorated cake, it is tradition that the bride and groom eat a sweet that is known as happily married. It is a dessert or bun that comes in small sizes and wrapped, with decorations.

wedding dessert in Brazil

Basic custom to ring in the new year

Another time of the year is the New Year's Eve or New Year's Eve. Because sometimes we want that year to end now and for another full of happiness to arrive. Well, to take that change or that step, there will always be a series of traditions that drive us to do so. In Brazil it has a basic custom that encourages the large population. It is about dressing in white and doing a kind of ritual in the sea with candles. This indicates that this is how the waves will take away all the bad and only bring the good for the year that begins. We must remember that in this country it will be summer when they welcome one more year.


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