Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SÃO MIGUEL, ROTA MISSÕES
Highlights
1
Museu Oscar Niemeyer
Stunning
contemporary art museum designed by the
Brazilian master, located in Curitiba, dynamic
capital of Paraná.
See p.548
2
Serra Verde Express
One of South America's
most scintillating train rides, through the Mata
Atlântica.
See p.551
3
Ilha do Mel
One of Brazil's most relaxing
islands, blessed with little development and no
cars.
See p.559
4
Iguaçu Falls
No trip to the South is complete
without a visit to these mesmerizing waterfalls.
See p.565
5
Florianópolis beaches
Known as a surfing
hot spot, Florianópolis also offers plenty of
gorgeous swimming beaches.
See p.579
6
Churrascarias
Choose from a staggering
selection of cuts at these popular barbecue
houses - try
Na Brasa
and
Galpão Crioulo
in
Porto Alegre.
See p.614
7
Parque Nacional dos Aparados da Serra
Hike one of the continent's most dramatic
canyons, with mind-bending views.
See p.619
8
Rota Missões
The fine Jesuit ruins of São
Miguel are dramatically sited in the sparsely
inhabited interior of Rio Grande do Sul.
See p.626
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON P.542
