Country or city profile

Cuba is the only country in the Latin America, where its people know read and write. and its writers are José Marti, Nicolas Guillén, Mirta Aguirre and Aida Bahr, etc.

It was founded on Nov 16 1519 by the spanish setter Diego Vasquéz  de Cuellár.

Havana is the capital of the Republic of Cuba, it is largest city, main port and economic and cultural center. It is the offical seat of the legislative, executive and judicial administration of the state, of all central and almost all companies and associations nationwide.

Its historic center was declared a world heritage site by Unesco in 1987. The climate is tropical. The city has a population approx. 2.135.498 and you currency is Cuban peso and "chavito". 

This city boasts some of the world's best ballet schools and dance company and its theatre community is unrivaled in the caribbean. 

In the Havana the people love of music and dance. Its music is the cuban son, salsa, chan chan, charanga habanera, etc. Its architecture is colonial and is on display at a dizzying array of castles, cathedrals, mansions and museums.

also, Havana has excellent beaches and very places to visit, for example, lenin park, this has 670 hectareas of green space.

Also, Havana is a city that both inspires and reverses writer, poets, musicians and philosophers, for example, Ernest Hemingway and Garcia Lorca.

Its most important religion  is the santeria 

and also other people practice catholicism, or both, and Its Festivals are:

January 1: Triumph of the revolution

April: Havana film festival

July: Havana carnaval



 December: Havana jazz festival

The most popular food in the Havana is: 

cuban tamal

 

old clothes



congrí



lobster


etc.
and the drinks popular are 

Daiquirí



ron


mojito



and coffee

Cuba is characterized by huge mountains which cover more than one third of the total land area. The remaining portion of the island consists of flat plain lands. for example: mountain Nipe-Sagua-Baracoa 

 

for example: mountain range Maestra 



There are 200 bays and 289 beaches in Cuba.



Cuba is also characterized by the large number of water bodies. Most of the rivers of Cuba are shallow. For example: Toa River, the mightiest river in Cuba



http://www.baracoa.org/geography/rio-toa.html

The Flora and Fauna in Cuba is rich and the Mariposa is the national flower of Cuba.

Ashly Julio

São Paulo-Brazil

                                            

São Paulo is the capital of the State of São Paulo (Brazil), is the largest city in South America, and one of the largest and richest in the world. It is also considered the best city to do business in Latin America and has many tourist attractions as well as a great cultural, sporting and gastronomic offer that makes it a unique place in the world. 
São Paulo has a population of nearly 11 million and 20 million considering its metropolitan region. 




Economy 

Sao Paulo is a major agricultural producer in Brazil. Mainly coffee and sugar cane is produced.






Language 

The language of Sao Paulo is the Portuguese, being a tourist town, and with a high level of education, some people understand and speak languages ​​like English and Spanish.





Typical foods 

- Feijoada

- Pao de Queijo: cheese bread. 

- Cuscuz brown sugar: corn flour, sardines, peas, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs.

Religion 

The main religion is Roman Catholicism, followed by Protestantism, Spiritualism and Afro-Brazilian religions. Due to immigration there are also Jewish and Muslim communities.

Dances 

- Candomblé: It is a religious ceremony of Bantu origin, these ritual dances have their origin in African tribes, but in Brazil is mixed with elements of Catholicism.





- Capoeira: is an acrobatic dance with elements of fighting. It is said to have originated in the colonial era, when Africans gathered to practice wrestling moves with dance steps concealed, to avoid detection by the slave. Now a dance widespread in the major cities of Brazil and is also one of the most popular dances abroad.





- Samba: Is the most representative and recognized in Brazil, thanks to the popularity of Rio's Carnival parade dance. As dance has its origins possibly in Angola or the Congo and was introduced to Brazil by slaves.



Tourist places

-Botanical Garden: This place is like a small jungle in the city. The Garden impressed by the size of the vegetation and the intense colors which contains all shades of green.





-Municipal Market: This place has a beautiful neoclassical architecture, there are a variety of fruits and vegetables, among other foods.

 

-São Paulo Zoo:  It has over 3,000 different species of animals, the zoo is so large that impresses and also has a botanical garden that can go through your roads. It also has restaurants, daycare, cafes, shops and parking. If they want to cross it all, even superficially, will need a full day.

Welcome to Buenos Aires - Argentina (Dayana)

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Buenos Aires is perfect mix of  a beautiful European trend city with attractive residents, gourmet cuisine, awesome shopping, an excellent nightlife and top-drawer activities, really is a cosmopolitan metropolis with both: slick neighborhoods and equally downtrodden areas, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s an elegant, seductive place with a ragged edge, laced with oldworld languor and yet full of contemporary attitude. Bs As is somehow strangely familiar, but unlike any other city in the world.

This city is well-known for its cultural diversity and lively atmosphere, making it one of South America's most exciting and vibrant cities. The city's history revolves around Western European immigrants, whose influences can be seen all throughout the city in its architecture, art and style. Although Buenos Aires is historically unique, it has also adopted some more modern architectural styles, which provide a notable contrast to the city's deep-rooted traditions and history.

About studies, Buenos Aires holds countless opportunities for students to experience Argentine culture. Students can attend soccer games, world-class, theatrical and dance performances, and participate in a vibrant nightlife. 

Many students will find themselves intrigued by the unique Argentine accent and the national dance, the Tango. Students are sure to witness tango performances throughout the city's streets, cafes, and theaters.

There are many near places to visit:

Perito Moreno Glacier

Iguazu Falls

And a beautiful culture to discover:

Tango Dance

Delicious Argentinian Food

About the climate:

Argentina's climate is generally temperate but there are major regional variations due to its size, from the extreme heat of the northern regions, through the pleasant climate of the central pampas, to the sub Antarctic cold of Patagonia’s glacial regions.

About holidays and festival days:

Speaking of major national holidays, it celebrate  May 25 for the May Revolution of 1810 where the Creoles gave his first cry of freedom, forming the First Government. Another important historic date is July 9 because that day in 1816 of the Declaration of Independence was signed in Tucumán Argentina. 

regarding commemorations: On June 20, Flag Day is celebrated as a tribute to the death of its creator Manuel Belgrano, August 7 Libertador Day tribute to the death of General San Martín, 11 September Teacher Day to honor the death of Sarmiento. 

Other types of holidays: Christmas, New Year; concerning the most popular carnivals you have now is the Gualeguaychú, but let's not forget "Corrientes" called Capital Nacional of Argentina's  Carnival, also are the  carnivals in provinces very different from the west coast, but very fun and interesting because they continue with their ancient customs. 

 Patronal fiestas there are many (religious), and provincial like Vintage Mendoza and Rio Black Apple.


Everyone knows someone who has been there and raved about it. You’ve put it off long enough. Go to Buenos Aires and you’ll understand why so many people have fallen in love with this amazing city, and even decided to stay.

 There’s a good chance you’ll be one of them!