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the border with Venezuela at Cúcuta, though
don't linger here.
See p.507
9
Mérida
Contemplate adventures to nearby
mountains, a trip to wildlife-rich Los Llanos or
just chill out in this laidback city.
See p.888
G
Ciudad Bolívar
Venezuela's most lovely
colonial town and the gateway to Angel Falls
and the Orinoco Delta.
See p.900
H
Angel Falls
Journey by boat and on foot to
reach this towering waterfall.
See p.904
I
Orinoco Delta
Visit the delta jungle
region for a truly mind-blowing experience.
See p.908
J
Parque Nacional Henri Pittier
A great mix
of beaches, wildlife and walking trails - and it's
relatively near Caracas, which makes your exit or
travel connections easier.
See p.878
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THE AMAZON
to be found in this canyon-filled national park.
See p.286
2
Salvador
For candomblé, capoeira or Carnaval,
Bahia's capital is practically the country's capital.
Seek out fine beaches, diving and surf at nearby
Morro de São Paulo.
See p.276
3
Olinda
You won't find a prettier array of
churches, plazas and houses anywhere in the
north of the country.
See p.295
4
Fortaleza
The central market is a sure bet to
buy a hammock; take it with you to Jericoara,
the best beach in the area.
See p.298
5
Belém
Great restaurants and bars, but the
main reason to come is its location at the mouth
of the Amazon.
See p.303
6
Manaus
After seeing the astounding Teatro
Amazonas, grab some of the fine street food on
offer and head to the lively port area.
See p.310
7
Amazon river trip
Float along the Rio Negro
to a jungle lodge or even just a clearing where
you can string up a hammock - or head along
the Amazon all the way to Iquitos in Peru.
See
p.314 & p.316
1
Chapada Diamantina
Some of the best
hiking and waterfall hunting in the country is
0
500
COLOMBIA
kilometres
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PACIFIC
OCEAN
PARAGUAY
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
ARGENTINA
NORTHERN BRAZIL AND THE AMAZON
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