Rio de Janeiro is located in the homonymous state in the south-east of the country.
The city (7,000,000 inhabitants) since 1960 although he lost the title of the political capital of Brazil, may still rightly regarded as the tourist, as well as cultural, the whole country.

Situated in a strategic position on 'the Atlantic Ocean and backed by the mountainous Serra da Carioca, the city has always been over the centuries covered by the targeting of all people who have tried to conquer the area, finding its moment of greatest expansion in the eighteenth century., when its port was passing by the gold from Minas Geiras.

With this enviable position, mild climate, the warmth of its people and, above all thanks to the Carnival, the biggest festival in the world, Rio de Janeiro is definitely one of the most popular tourist destinations and sought after internationally, and is a fascinating place to have fun all day long to the rhythm of samba.

The city is dominated by the famous statue of the Redeemer atop Corcovado mail, consists of historic districts that give name to the famous football clubs of the city (there are hundreds) as Flamengo and Botafogo, the Maracana, where one of the stages the world's largest, and the beach of Copacabana, synonymous with fun, sun, beach football and volleyball, as well as beautiful girls in the world.

For the rest of the city, unfortunately, presents mainly in the northern most part poor and infamous, who resides in the famous favelas (slums) in conditions of misery and crime, and it should be remembered that for security reasons should not be left unattended cash and valuables and be wary of unfamiliar places especially at night.
In the southern resident population rather wealthy.

Rio de Janeiro is famous worldwide for the samba, the sea, beer, and especially for the Carnival, when Cariocas give vent to their passionate nature. The best time to visit the city is the one that goes from January to September, and generally those who went to Rio for the first time he does during the Carnival celebrations.

Today Rio de Janeiro is an important tourist center, administrative, political and cultural center of Brazil and one of the best-known cities in the world.

The currency is the Real, and Rio de Janeiro , Brazil as a whole, not very expensive for us Italians, and offers solutions for every possibility and demand. The official language is Portuguese, is not widespread use of other languages ​​like English.

Copacabana

Shows very well the atmosphere of the city. And 'that's where most deglia lberghi. The promenade all drawn with black and white waves and the long sandy beach turn the place into a nice place to closely follow the life of the Cariocas (those who live in Rio). From here you can see the cars on the Forest Course and the mixture formed by the Democratic retirees, athletes, prostitutes, tourists, etc. ...
Each new year is here together 2 million people dressed in white to celebrate the new year.

Ipanema and Leblon

The combination of Dois Irmãos mountains on one side and the other two beaches Arpoador transforms scenario in many Brazilian telenovelas. Ipanema beach is the most disputed city, but offers space for sunset lovers, mothers and their children and homosexuals . In Leblon, before going to sea, you can not miss the opportunity to have breakfast like the Cariocas in various homes in the area of juices.

Barra da Tijuca

A large beach, good for swimming, walking and playing. The waves usually break down to about twenty meters from the shore and the sea is generally calm. A very famous among the city's beaches is here and his name is Pepe, where they meet beautiful people and sporting groups. At the end of the afternoon, a show aparte are the sails of windsurfers and kitesurfers that color the sea.

Center

Affectionately called by the Cariocas of cidade (city), this does not correspond to the central district of Rio but the birthplace of the city in 1565. It is best to visit it on weekdays when there is more movement and tourist spots are open. Vai to see the National Library, the Museu de Belas Artes, the Paco Imperial, and the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil. Nearby is the Lapa district where there are always local and traditional bars with samba, often featuring live music by the visitors. There's Santa Teresa neighborhood traditional art that can be visited on the tram.

Corcovado

Christ the Redeemer is the greatest symbol of the city. E 'on the Corcovado mountain and in 2007 was elected one of the seven wonders of the world. From the top of the mountain you see the most famous cities and sights: the Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Baía de Guanabara, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and the beaches of the Zona Sul (the south part of town). There are two ways to get to Christ, the top of the mountain by tram or car, always starting from the Cosme Velho neighborhood.

Pao de Açucar

Another excursion need Startup is take the cable car up the mountain and offers an unforgettable view of the city and the Baía de Guanabara. The sunset from up there is beautiful and very romantic.

Free flight

Inside the Parque Nacional da Tijuca and minutes from the Zona Sul is the Pedra Bonita, a very nice and safe for hang gliding and paragliding. Depending on the weather, there are daily flights.

Suggested routes

In 2 days staying in Copacabana beaches and take advantage of the Zona Sul. Visit the Christ the Redeemer, the Pao Açúca r and the Botanical Gardens. In the evening go to a concert of Samba.

In 1 week you know the whole coast of the city, walk the walk to the sea and live a little 'how Cariocas: juice drink on the balcony of a house of juices and beer on tap in bars. Visit the beach of Barra da Tijuca and the Parque Nacional da Tijuca.

In 2 weeks vai to see a soccer game at Maracana weekend. Take a day to know the center of Rio. The city was the capital of Brazil for some years and has much to tell. Stretch the trip to Parati in the south coast of the state.

In 1 month take advantage of the city and its surroundings. The hike is on Serra Fluminese where there are excellent restaurants. Or the beaches of Buzios, elegant area of the north coast of the state.