Recognized Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Vacationer Destinations






by Simone Ribeiro


Sugarloaf Hill stands from the bay 1300 feet (395 meters) above the ocean and protects the entrance to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Every single first-time tourist to Rio should really make the excursion up to the top of this phenomenal mountain. The peak is achieved through a two stage cable car. The traveler will experience capturing views of Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches in the west, together with greater Rio de Janeiro towards the east.

The amazing one hundred twenty five ft. high Christ the Redeemer Statue that appears upon Corcovado Mountain, has long been watching over the city with outstretched arms since 1931. It is one of the most traveled to of the Rio de Janeiro attractions. Nearly as remarkable as the statue itself will be the sights of Rio and the surrounding areas from the platform at its base.

A short length by cab or tour van will bring you to the "Floresta da Tijuca" which is part of a bigger national park. This park is all that remains from the Rio part of the "Mata Atlantica" (Atlantic coastal rainforest). Any vacation to Brazil needs to include a guided Rio de Janeiro sightseeing trip to the Tijuca Forest. Regardless of whether you stop at the primary points of interest by tour van, or take an all day trekking excursion, you will have a very noteworthy outdoor adventure.

The Jardim Botanico (Botanical Garden) was made by the Prince Regent Dom Joao in 1808, when the Portuguese royal family left Europe from the coming of Napoleon's troops. These extensive tropical landscapes cover in excess of 1/2 sq. mile and include thousands of varieties of tropical plants and trees. Jardim Botanico is a quick cab or bus ride from Copacabana or Ipanema, so don't miss out on this wonderful 1/2 day expedition!

The historic Bohemian communities of Lapa and Santa Teresa are encountering restoration and revitalization after many years of decay. Lapa can be found directly behind the city center and it is associated with its famous aqueduct (Arcos da Lapa) upon which the Tram (Bonde) operates up and back from the hillside neighborhood of Santa Teresa. Lapa is the place of many Samba along with other music clubs and dance places and really should be visited in the evening.




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