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    • Corcovado Mountain and Christ the Redeemer Statue - Rio de Janeiro

      • 1. Corcovado Mountain and Christ the Redeemer Statue

      • The sweeping vista takes in white sand beaches, urban mountain and jungle, bays dotted with boats, towering skyscrapers and, of course, the magnificent... read more
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      • Nile Expert Tip: Set off in the early morning for the best views from the Christ statue, as clouds (and crowds) tend...
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    • Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf) - Rio de Janeiro

      • 2. Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf)

      • It may be more than a little touristy, but there´s many a good reason why visitors flock to take the cable car ride up to the top of Sugar Loaf... read more
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    • Ipanema Beach - Rio de Janeiro

      • 3. Ipanema Beach

      • When the sun shines, clued-up Cariocas (Rio locals) head straight for Ipanema beach. The palm-fringed sands and crashing waves are framed by the... read more
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    • Copacabana Beach - Rio de Janeiro

      • 4. Copacabana Beach

      • Possibly the most famous stretch of sand in the world, Copacabana beach is synonymous with the hedonistic side of Rio - with sun, sea, beautiful... read more
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    • Bonde de Santa Teresa - Rio de Janeiro

      • 5. Bonde de Santa Teresa

      • The Santa Teresa bonde (streetcar) is the last reminder of what was once Rio's principle form of public transport. But far from being just a historical... read more
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    • Arcos da Lapa - Rio de Janeiro

      • 6. Arcos da Lapa

      • Built in the 1750, the iconic Arcos Da Lapa (or 'Lapa Arches') were historically used to ship water from the hills to downtown Rio. Today, the... read more
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    • Escadaria Selarón - Rio de Janeiro

      • 7. Escadaria Selarón

      • The steps between Lapa and Santa Teresa have been turned into an ongoing work of art by eccentric Chilean artist Selarón. The artist has used painted... read more
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    • Angra dos Reis Day Trip and Schooner Cruise - Rio de Janeiro
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    • Parque Nacional de Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro

      • 9. Parque Nacional de Tijuca

      • Parque Nacional de Tijuca is the largest area of urban rainforest in the world, and is testament to the huge success of a reforestation scheme... read more
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    • Hang Gliding in Rio - Voo Duplo de Asa Delta - Rio de Janeiro
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  • Think of Rio de Janeiro attractions, and the sands of Ipanema and Copacabana are sure to spring to mind. But Rio de Janeiro's beaches(and the attractive locals that populate them) are certainly among Rio's best assets, sunbathing and eyeing up the talent are far from the only things to do in Rio.

    Nature rambles, boat trips and visits to parks, gardens and palaces are all pleasant ways to explore Rio without breaking too much of a sweat, while more adventurous types can try their hand at everything from surfing to rock climbing, abseiling and hanggliding.

    First time visitors to Rio should have no qualms about visiting the 'touristy sites' - indeed, to come to Rio de Janeiro without taking the dizzying cable car ride up to the top of Sugar Loaf mountain or paying a visit to the Christ statue would be a crying shame.

    Contrary to the tourist board image, the sun doesn't always shine on Rio, and when it rains here, it REALLY rains. Luckily, there are no end of rainy day options to keep visitors amused even when the weather is less than clement. The city center is packed with excellent museums and cultural centers, while the shopping malls of Botafogo, Leblon, Sao Conrado and Barra da Tijuca are inviting places for shopaholics to while away a rainy day.

    Some of Rio de Janeiro's most appealing sights and experiences lie far from the beaches, so make time in your schedule to get off the sunlounger and visit Rio attractions such as the beautiful hillside neighborhood of Santa Teresa, the colonial architecture of Rio's historic center, and the legendary Maracana soccer stadium.

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