Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil, known for its beautiful beaches and landmarks. Some of its most notable attractions include Christ the Redeemer statue, Maracanã Stadium, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Copacabana Beach. The city will host several Olympic events in 2016, including archery and the marathon, and was home to the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
3. Rio de Janeiro
• Homonym capital of the state. It is the second largest
metropolis in Brazil. Brasilian city known abroad, also
known as a marvelous city.
4. Ponte Rio Niterói
• It is located in Guanabara Bay. Is currently the 11 th
largest bridge in the world.
5. Sambódromo
• In this place happens the big parade of samba schools.
In 2016, the catwalk will host the archery competition and
the finish of the marathon olympcs.
6. Pão de Açúcar
• A rock formation located in the district of Urca and
the main tourist spot of the city.
8. Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
• Located in the south zone of Rio, is one of the
postcards of the city.
• During the day the 'good' is to enjoy the paddle boats.
9. Cristo Redentor
• The most internationally known monument depicting
Jesus Christ. Of its 38 meters.
• 8m are the pedestal and 30m are in the statue of
Christ, second largest sculpture in the world.
10. Corcovado
• Is one of the hills of the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil to
be a famous statue of Christ the Redeemer.
11. Praia de Copacabana
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Copacaban’s Beach is considered one of the most
famous beaches in the world. It is affectionaly know by
the population of “princess of the sea”.