The Amazing Race in Brazil

Posted by Beth VanHoose

October 12, 2008 |

After leaving Los Angeles for the start of the race, the teams of The Amazing Race 13 headed for Brazil. The first two legs have been spent in this South American country.

In the first leg, teams flew to Salvador, which is the third largest city in Brazil. Formerly known as Sao Salvador, it is also the oldest city in Brazil, and capital of the state of Bahia. This tropical city located near the equator has its roots in African and Portuguese culture. It’s a major shipping port for tobacco, hardwoods, and sugar.

The first Pit Stop was at the Forte Sao Marcelo in Salvador. This fort in the bay used to protect the city from pirates.

For the second leg of The Amazing Race, teams flew from Salvador to Fortaleza Brazil. Fortaleza is located in the state of Ceara, in northeast Brazil. This major fishing port is also the fastest growing tourist destination in the region.

Cidade da Crianca was the Pit Stop for this leg of the race. Cidade da Crianca means “City of the Childâ€. It is a 70-acre park dedicated to children. It features lakes, walkways, a children’s playground, zoo, aquatic center, planetarium and more. Cidade da Crianca sounds like a great place.

Next destination: La Paz, Bolivia

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