Nicknamed the Cidade Maravilhosa or Marvellous City, Rio de Janeiro has many distinctions for being named so: it is a World Heritage Site, it is blessed with stunning natural beauty, it plays host to the biggest party of the world and has a rich historical legacy on account of its position as the erstwhile capital of Brazil.
Rio has the honour of being the most visited South American city. Its world famous Carnaval draws huge crowds, as do its beaches, stunning landscapes and geographical marvels, and displays of samba dance and bossa nova music – genres that are unique and native to Brazil. The most recognisable symbol of Rio is the giant statue of Cristo Redentor – Christ the Redeemer – which is now one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Come mid-2013 and Rio de Janeiro will play host to some of the biggest international events: first, World Youth Day in July, a major Catholic event for the youth; next, the FIFA World Cup in 2014; and then the Summer Olympics in 2016. With all eyes on Rio, there has never been a better time to make a trip to the city.
Sightseeing Checklist
Travel Tips
Know Where You’re Going
CLIMATE:
Tropical Savanna which resembles the monsoon climate. Heavy rains from December to March; 40+°C summer from November to March.
CITY ALIGNMENT:
East-west, so the harbour looks like it is at the end of a massive river.
LANGUAGE SPOKEN:
Portuguese. A little English, French and Spanish are also understood owing to large numbers of tourists.
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Summer – witness Christmas, New Year and Carnaval celebrations.
Volume 2 Issue 7
Tattoos are more than just ink on the skin; they are visual narratives, expressions of…
Wanderlust! This is one word that is trending since the world has come out of…
Welcome to the realm where passion meets profession. Building a career in the gaming industry…
Dating has surely evolved over the decades. There was a time when boys & girls…
A celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership in technology Endeavour'24 is a two-day event that…
Mumbai, April 29, 2024: SP Jain School of Global Management (SP Jain Global), ranked by…