The Largest Countries in the World
Brazil
Brazil isn't just the largest nation in terms of land mass in South America; it's also the most populous. This former colony of Portugal is also the largest Portuguese-speaking country on earth.
Size: 3,285,618 square miles
Population: 205,823,665
Capital city: Brasilia
Date of independence: Sept. 7, 1822
Primary languages: Portuguese (official)
Primary religions: Roman Catholic, Protestant
National symbol: Southern Cross constellation
National colors: Green, yellow and blue
National anthem: "Hino Nacional Brasileiro" (Brazilian National Anthem)
