So define this beautiful city of Brazil, located on the west side
of the Guanabara Bay and the second most populous country. Outstanding
worldwide for its beaches, cultural activities and its varied landscape,
Rio de Janeiro is currently living a huge euphoria of their choice
to host the 2016 Olympic Games. Also recognized worldwide for its
legendary carnival is one of the quintessential tourist spots in
South America.
Christ the Redeemer, located since 1931 at the summit of Corcovado,
a 709 meters above sea level, the Sugar Loaf cable car and its quaint,
the venue, the scenario used in the parades of troupes, the emblematic
Maracana stadium; and the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana are
some of the main attractions of this rhythmic and colorful town.
Its pleasant tropical climate makes it an ideal place for those
traveling with the objective of enjoying the sea, sand and sun.
Incidentally, the best hotels in Rio de Janeiro are in that area.
Anyway, among the natural attractions also include lakes, rivers
and mountains, as well as adventures in the 'hills, boat trips and
visits to the numerous parks that the city has.
Meanwhile, the historical and cultural offer consists of the Metropolitan
Cathedral, the Church of Our Lady of Candelaria (its project to
develop data, 1775), the Sao Bento Monastery (founded in 1590),
Los Arcos de Lapa (considered as The colonial building structure
most important in Brazil), Itamaraty Palace (where the government
house ran between 1889 and 1898), various museums and the Imperial
Palace, seat of government when Rio de Janeiro was the capital.
Complete as few places in the world, Rio de Janeiro gives a formidable
array of proposals to their visitors and captive through the magical
warmth of its people. Thus, thousands of travelers every year choose
to spend your holiday.
* Morros is a kind of mountain in Rio de Janeiro are called in
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