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If you come to Rio with any intentions other than hitting the beach, you're mildly insane. Sand and sun inform most everything about the city and its people,...more
see the Rio de Janeiro guideAll of Brazil celebrates Carnaval, each region with its own distinct flavor and tradition. And though many locals leave Rio for Carnaval—some of the...more
see the Rio de Janeiro guideRio's equivalent of the Statue of Liberty, this 125-foot-high statue of Christ has an arm-span of more than 90 feet. Sculpted in France, it was installed in...more
see the Rio de Janeiro guideRoughly behind the neighborhood of Ipanema lies this saltwater lake, usually just called Lagoa. Ringed by expensive apartment buildings and a 4.6-mile track...more
see the Rio de Janeiro guideWhile Catholicism is the official religion in Brazil, futebol is a very close second. Brazilians follow their national, city, and local teams with avidity, and...more
see the Rio de Janeiro guideIf you only have time (or the inclination) for one scenic overview of the city, do Corcovado's Cristo instead. But on sunny clear days, the cable-car ride...more
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