Brasilia in the Making

President Juscelino Kubitschek ordered the construction of Brasilia, fulfilling an article of the country’s constitution stating that the capital should be moved from Rio de Janeiro to a place close to the center of the country in 1956.

Lúcio Costa won a contest and was the main urban planner. Oscar Niemeyer, a close friend of Lúcio Read the story »

Brasilia’s Climate

Brazil is mainly tropical , however Brasilia’s weather tends to be dry and pleasant, largely due to it being on the Brazilian central plateau.

There are few extremes in temperature or weather conditions , making it a good destination to visit year-round.

Summer can get hot, but is to be expected. Read the story »

Brasilia Airport

Full Airport Name

Brasilia International Airport - Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek

Address

Brasilia (DF), Brazil

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