Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Brazil for Vegan & Vegetarian Travelers
Brazil is a relatively vegan-friendly destination with a cuisine rich in rice, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Major cities offer thriving vegan scenes, while traditional staples make plant-based eating accessible even outside urban centers.
Brazil
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Rice, beans, fruits, vegan cafés
Challenging Because: Meat broths in beans
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Ask for “feijão sem carne” — many places will accommodate.
Capital – Brasilia 🇧🇷
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