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The Amazon River is the longest river in South America and is one of the longest in the world. Although more popularly known as a Brazilian river, it also passes through the nations of Colombia and Peru, forming an integral part of the Amazon Rainforest.

Parintins is, with 100,000 inhabitants, the second largest city in the state of Amazonas in Brazil. The city is located on Tupinambarana Island. The 'Amazonian Ox Dance Festival' takes place at the end of June each year and a colorful parade, with costumed dancers, winds through the city.

Manaus is the capital of the Brazilian state of Amazonia, and is situated on the Rio Negro, a few kilometers from the mouth of the Amazon. It is possible to find a variety of monkeys and birds in the surrounding jungle. Furthermore, Manaus offers sights of interesting buildings from the rubber boom period.

Boca da Valeria is a traditional river village with 75 inhabitants. Here you can experience traditional Brazilian life and customs and meet the people in traditional dress. The jungle site and the largest freshwater reservoir on Earth are particularly fascinating.

Alter do Chão is a small town on the Rio Tapajos, Brazil. The former fishing village is located just 40 miles from Santarem, and is a popular seaside resort. Lago Verde, a special natural spectacle, is situated in the town: the lake's water changes colour throughout the day, from a deep blue to emerald-green.

The Devil's Island lies 13km off the coast of French Guiana in South America and became well known in 1973 when the movie "Papillon" with Dustin Hoffman and Steve McQueen was released.