What is the Capital of Brazil?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
The capital city of Brazil is Brasília. Brazil is located in South America, South America, with a population of 213,421,037. The official currency is the Brazilian real and the primary language spoken is Portuguese.
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Capital of Brazil — FAQ
What is the capital of Brazil?
The capital of Brazil is Brasília.
Is Brasília the largest city in Brazil?
No — while Brasília is the capital, the largest city in Brazil is São Paulo.
What country is Brasília in?
Brasília is the capital city of Brazil.
What continent is Brasília in?
Brasília, the capital of Brazil, is located in South America.
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