Countdown to Rio 2016 Olympics: Alessandra Ambrosio, Adriana Lima and Isabeli Fontana’s insider’s guide to Brazil

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As the 2016 Olympics bring Rio into the global spotlight, we chatted with three of the country's most recognizable and beautiful faces: Alessandra Ambrosio, Adriana Lima and Isabeli Fontana. The supermodels opened up to HELLO! about their memories growing up in the South American country and dished on their beauty secrets.

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Alessandra Ambrosio
The Victoria's Secret Angel is currently one of hottest and highest paid models. While the Brazilian beauty left her home country at 18-years-old to make a name for herself in the fashion world, she still holds Brazil close to her heart and visits "as much as possible".
Photo: Ále By Alessandra

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What do you love most about Brazil?
"The people. They’re really humble and friendly. And nature, of course," Alessandra said.
When she is away from her native country, the mom-of-two admitted that she misses her "family, friends, the fresh air, walking on the beach, and tranquillity".
Photo: Instagram/@alessandraambrosio