One can experience a great diversity in the five geographical regions of the country. The North is the home to the world's largest rainforest, Amazon, and is a prime destination for adventure and nature lovers whereas the Northeast boasts of an impressive coastline and ethnic diversity in traditions and culture. Head out to explore the largest and most visited cities of the country, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo and the colonial era towns of Minas Gerais in South East or witness the fey charm of the ultra modernistic architecture in the Central West region. The South is known for its high living standards and urban cities and is characterised by its European influences.