Seldom do people visit the South Americas due to the distance. However, this continent offers an experience like no other.
Rio is the capital of the Rio de Janeiro. Have you heard of the biggest party in the whole world? Yes, that’s found here during carnival season. The streets are filled with music and dance in a fashion that takes your breath away. Costumes are designed with so much pizzaz and eccentricity. Of course, who will forget the song, “At the copa (co) Copacabana (Copacabana), The hottest spot north of Havana (here), At the copa (co) Copacabana, Music and passion were always the fashion, At the copa they fell in love.” Rio is also known for music such as samba and bossa nova, and their beaches like Barra de Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon.
Here are some popular things to do in Rio:
Christ the Redeemer
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, this symbolic statue of Christianity around the world is visited by thousands of tourists a day. Upon arrival at the peak, one sees a magnificent view of the Sugarloaf Mountain in all its greatness.
Selaron Steps
Completely free access, this is a popular site for tourists visiting the city for the first time. The whole place is a colorful piece of art, putting together over 2000 tiles that were sent from over 60 countries around the world.
Sugarloaf Mountain
Easily accessible, the highlight to one’s visit to the Sugarloaf Mountain is the tramway experience. Named after its shape, this was made a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can see it at sunset and it’s incredible.
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