This location map shows Brazil in South America, indicating its geographic location on a world map. Brazil is marked in red, making it easily recognizable. The map includes latitude and longitude markings, a scale bar, and a Brazilian flag for reference. This visual representation helps in understanding Brazil's global location.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Brasília |
| Largest City | São Paulo |
| Official Language | Portuguese |
| Area | 8.5 million km² (5th largest) |
| Population | Over 215 million (2024 estimate) |
| Currency | Brazilian Real (BRL) |
| Time Zones | UTC -2 to UTC -5 |
| Climate | Mostly tropical, diverse ecosystems |
| Amazon Rainforest | World's largest rainforest |
| Borders | 10 countries |
| Famous for | Carnival, football, samba, beaches |
| Independence | September 7, 1822 (from Portugal) |