JULY IN BRASILIA: ATTRACTIONS AND LOTS OF FUN

The month of July brings more and more options for leisure, culture, gastronomy and lots of fun for those who stay in the city.

July is the time for school holidays and, consequently, for family trips, which are already traditional for this time of year in Brasília. But, for those who stay in the city, it is time to enjoy the intense sun, the blue sky that so characterizes the city's scenery at this time of year and enjoy free time to relax, go for walks with family and meet friends for that happy hour in the late afternoon with the many leisure, cultural, entertainment and fun options that the city offers at this time, without the need for long journeys and, of course, spending little too. Check out some tips and enjoy.

 

Tourist routes through the city's monuments

Tourist itineraries in Brasilia are varied and rich in interesting stories and information. Many people live in the city and have never visited its main monuments. Square of the 03 Powers, located on the Monumental Axis, a wide open space between the three monumental buildings that represent the three powers of the Republic: the Planalto Palace (Executive), the Supreme Federal Court (Judiciary) and the National Congress (Legislative), among other monuments. The National Museum of the Republic, close to the Plano Piloto Bus Station, which always has exhibitions and events for all tastes and right next door is the Our Lady of Aparecida Cathedral, the most visited tourist spot in the city and a masterpiece of Oscar Niemeyer. It is worth going in and seeing the interior of this beautiful temple that attracts people from all over the world.

Photo of Three Powers Square. Image credit: designdistrito.com.br

 

Photo of Planalto Palace. Image credit: www.df.gov.br

 

Photo Supreme Federal Court Image credit: portaldaindustria.com.br

 

Photo of the National Congress. Image credit: www.archdaily.com.br

 

Photo National Museum of the Republic. Image credit: alo.com.br

 

Photo of Our Lady of Aparecida Cathedral. Image credit: commons.wikimedia.org

 

For those who want a privileged view of the city, TV Tower, located in the center of the capital, offers a 75-meter-high viewpoint that allows a panoramic view of the Pilot Plan, providing beautiful photos, especially at sunset. The place has illuminated fountains, a huge lawn and the famous Tower Fair, where you can find crafts, snack bars and restaurants.

Very close to the TV Tower, there is the Sarah Kubitschek City Park, the largest urban park in Latin America, with 420 hectares, a very pleasant place that has bike paths, artificial lakes, picnic areas, barbecues, multi-sports courts and much more, in addition to traditional amusement parks that bring back fond memories of the people of Brasília and that still bring joy to children today.

Following the Monumental Axis is the Brasilia Planetarium, which offers special programming for the month of July. In addition to the permanent exhibitions with space-related collections, the projection dome – a kind of mini-cinema – shows several different films with stories related to space exploration in July. And next to it, there is the JK Memorial, a museum and cultural center in honor of Juscelino Kubitschek where photos and objects of the former president and his wife Sarah are exhibited, as well as works by artists such as Mariane Peretti and Athos Bulcão. It is worth taking this rich tour of the origins of our city.

 

Photo of the TV Tower in Brasilia. Image credits: wikipedia.org

Photo Sarah Kubitschek City Park. Image credits: visitbrasilia.com.br

Photo of the Planetarium of Brasilia. Image credits: ultimaparada.wordpress.com

JK Memorial Photo. Image credits: www.istockphoto.com

 

Fun and entertainment for all ages

Already on the shores of Lake Paranoá is the South Lake Pontoon, which has several restaurant options, playgrounds and a perfect waterfront for a sunset stroll. Also close to the lake, in the Setor de Clubes Sul, there is a large festival that simulates the beach atmosphere with lots of music, gastronomy, sports and leisure. There is something for everyone. The holiday atmosphere continues in the bars and entertainment venues throughout Brasília, with live performances in various styles on the lively night in the bars and restaurants of the superquadras. shopping malls in Brasília, in turn, are a separate attraction, offering a very diverse agenda for the whole family during this period of the year. It is worth checking out.

Photo of Pontão do Lago Sul. Image credits: www.curtamais.com.br

 

Contact with Nature very close to the city

But Brasília is more than just its architectural wonders and intense cultural life. Just a few hours' drive from the city, there are unmissable ecotourism destinations. Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular landscapes, full of waterfalls, streams, forest trails and many options of inns and restaurants. The Moon Valley and the Santa Barbara Waterfall are unmissable attractions there.

 

Another famous destination is the historic city of Pirenopolis, full of mansions and 17th-century churches. Around it are several waterfalls with different levels of access: some perfect for children, others for those who like to hike more complex trails. In addition to many options for inns, the city has a charming village, full of handicrafts, bars and traditional restaurants.

Photo Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. Image credits: jornalopcao.com.br

Photo Vale da Lua. Image credits: www.viajantecomum.com

Photo of Santa Barbara Waterfall. Image credits: kammyalmeida.com.br

Photo Pirenópolis. Image credits: sagresonline.com.br

 

Gated communities in Brasilia: Fun and entertainment without leaving home

Another way to enjoy the month of July in Brasília is, without a doubt, to enjoy moments of rest and relaxation with your family, taking advantage of the complete leisure infrastructure that many residential condominiums here in Brasília offer. Thus, spending an afternoon by the pool enjoying the Brasília sun, having a barbecue with family or friends, in the comfort and safety of your home, can become an unforgettable and very happy experience.

Node Northwest Sector , in particular, the last residential area of the Pilot Plan, the new developments of high standard gained an additional difference in their design: the new leisure areas that transformed the concept of living in Brasília, with their innovative and disruptive proposal of bringing the experience of large resorts into the home environment, adding many attractions to the common areas, ranging from adult and children's pools with installed heating systems, with diving integrated into the sauna, Spa, rest and relaxation areas, party rooms , gourmet spaces , barbecues, open terraces, games room, academies , toy libraries and many more.

Meet the Emplavi's high-end developments in the best locations in the Northwest and connect with this new trend, enjoying the best that life has to offer.

To learn more, visit: emplavi.com.br and find out more

 

Cherry Gardens Pool Photo

 

Photo of the swimming pool and lounge area at the Cherry Tree Gardens

 

Photo of the toy library in the Acacias Park

 

Spa + Sauna Cherry Gardens