Brazil beaches: Bahia and Salvador
February 28, 2010 by Hanna08 · 7 Comments
Most first time visitors to Brazil see Rio de Janeiro, scale its main sites, namely Corcovado and Sugar Loaf, and then keep to the beach. Of course in Rio Copacabana and Ipanema are the calling cards and so many tourists will never venture out of the city.
The more adventurous types know that there is life and more beaches beyond Rio and so they head to Buzios. The urban beaches of Rio certainly possess all the beach magic well-known for many decades, but the charm of Buzios beaches, still quite near to Rio, is legendary and there are many to chose from, many secluded and truly pristine.
High percentage of travelers to Brazil arrive in Rio de Janeiro en route of itineraries that include Iguaçu Falls and a taste of Argentina. This has become a popular circuit as it is suitable to do year round.
For the urban experience Rio and Buenos Aires and the best of Argentina are perfect inclusions. Iguaçu Falls is one of the alluring natural wonders of the world so not a miss there. And to sample the Portuguese colonial heritage, must-see stops are Paraty on Costa Verde, the Green Coast south of Rio, and the picturesque Colonia, another former Portuguese stronghold on the coast of Uruguay, easily visited as a side trip from Buenos Aires.
But to come to Brazil wanting the ultimate beach experience, one needs to head north, to Bahia and Salvador, if not beyond. In fact the entire northeast of Brazil is studded with one stunning beach after another. And Bahia has also a very rich culture. After all, it is here where are the roots of the Portuguese history of Brazil.
Founded by the Portuguese in mid-16th century Salvador became Brazil’s thriving slave port and the first colonial capital. While Salvador is a grand city in terms of colonial architecture, its urban beaches are not the best by any means, though the finest beaches are not too far away.
Blessed with the most magnificent beaches in Brazil, Bahia province has no shortage of them, promising to keep you much longer than you might have planned. For its countless palms that line it, the coast north of Salvador is known as the Coconut Road and boasts an infinite number of beaches stretching on and on, with the ultimate beach paradise of Mangue Seco to behold as your final hideaway.
The coast south of Salvador is, however, equally as bewitching and the unspoiled retreat beaches of Barra Grande, Trancoso and Caraiva will tempt not to return to a cold winter and your job ever again.
Noni Juice Benefits
June 24, 2009 by Hanna08 · 4 Comments
Although the tribes of the Amazon jungle in Brazil explored the benefits of Acai berry for thousands of years, it was only after 1990 that it was revealed to the Western world for the first time. Initially, the Acai berry was discovered to offer antioxidant properties and to aid in managing cholesterol level naturally. Following its revelation to the Western world, researchers realized that the fruit is a great source of natural energy.
One of the chief health benefits of Acai juice is that it improves digestive function and improves mental clarity. It promotes sound sleep and boosts natural energy levels. Acai juice provides all of our vital vitamins and contains many important minerals that are needed in our bodies. It also cleanses and detoxifies the body of infectious toxins, as well as strengthening the immune system which enhances your sexual desire and performance.
Traditionally a juice that the Chinese and the natives of Tibet used for promoting general wellness, Himalayan goji juice is becoming more popular in the west due to very recent commercialization efforts. However, as the name implies, the best berries that are purported to make the best Himalayan goji juice, are grown in some areas close to the Himalayan mountains and Tibet, particularly in China and Inner Mongolia.
Tahitian Noni Juice is a great product that has so many amazing health benefits. It is made from the fruit of the noni tree, but Tahitian Noni Juice only uses noni fruits from the islands of Tahiti. On Tahiti, the soil is always fertile, so they grow a lot of noni trees. The natives of Tahiti have used noni fruits and their juices for many healthy purposes, for many years. Tahitian Noni juice is a great way to help benefit your over-all health; plus it tastes good!
Tahitian Noni Juice’s research also suggests that their noni juice products can help strengthen an immune system. Tahitian Noni Juice also contains anti-oxidants that help you live longer and look younger. Noni juice is also, supposedly, very good for the heart. Noni juice has been used for centuries for a variety of ailments, but Tahitian Noni Juice has backed up their claims with solid research that should be taken very seriously.
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