Tourist points of Rio de Janeiro: The 9 most visited

1. Christ the Redeemer - Main postcard city, Christ was chosen by locals as the "wonder of the river." The monument stands on the hill of Corcovado, 700 meters, where a panoramic viewpoint reveals much of rio de janeiro. To get upstairs there are two ways: by car or train. The monument was elected one of the new seven wonders of the world. Access by car is difficult due to the lack of parking spaces and excess squeegee. Prefer the train - the route is 3800 meters amidst themed gardens and the journey takes about 20 minutes. Inaugurated in 1931, the image of Christ the Redeemer is considered the largest Art Deco statue in the world. Visible from many points in the city and made of soapstone, is 30 meters high, 28 meters end to end and weighs 1,145 tons.

2.Pão Sugar - The thrill of the ride to Sugar Loaf begins well before they reach the top of the hill, 400 meters above sea level. The adventure begins

with a trip by cable car, which features a cable car glazing details and unique

angles of perfect geography Rio. The first stop is made at Morro da Urca, at 220 meters altitude. There may be seen the Guanabara Bay and Botafogo Creek. In the second and last stop, the panoramic visual features, beyond the bay, much of the edge of the southern and Niteroi. In summer, it is worth climbing the sugar loaf at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset or at night to see the city lights and ringing in Rio nights - concerts with big names of Brazilian music. Cable car ride

3. Maracanã - More than a monument sports, the Maracanã stadium is an attractive cultural and tourist getting visitors even on days when there are no games. For football fans there are guided tours that lead to the

edge of the lawn, the bleachers, the locker room, the hall of fame - where are the marks of the feet of famous players - and the football museum with pictures and images of the most beautiful plays made the largest stadium in the world. Twisted will play in the largest stadium in the world.

4.Santa Teresa - One of the most picturesque scenery of Rio de Janeiro, Santa Teresa sits high on a hill cut the tracks of the old

electric trolley, which will again cycle through the narrow streets of the neighborhood in 2014, according to the state government. Full of large spaces and cultural landscapes that reveal areas north, south and center, cable car ... that corners unveils the picturesque district. . 

5.Cidade samba - newest tourist attraction in Rio, the city ensures samba carnival atmosphere all year round. The theme park covers an area of ​​114 thousand square meters in the port area and is home to the warehouses of the main samba schools of Rio de Janeiro. Through the workshops can closely monitor the production of floats and costumes. In the evening of Thursday, a show directed by choreographer Carlinhos de Jesus gathers dancers, drummers, Bahia and couples master of ceremonies and flag bearers ending with a mini carnival parade. Carnival all year in the new sheds samba schools6. Sambadrome - Opened in 1984 and named as Avenue of the parades, the Sambadrome welcomes visitors all year round, who are content to enjoy the samba runway of only 700 meters, completely empty. The square of apotheosis serves as the backdrop for souvenir photos. Catwalk samba is visited

by tourists even outside carnival

7. Mirante Dona Marta - A 360 meters high, the gazebo opens up the Sugar Loaf, the Maracana, the Guanabara Bay and Christ the Redeemer. Car access is through the road of silk cotton. Prefer to go on weekends, when the movement of people is greater.8. Chinese view - Construction oriental style is 380 meters tall amidst the forest of Tijuca, revealing one of the most beautiful views of the city, with Christ, the

pond, the Sugar Loaf and the beaches of the south as a backdrop background.The Chinese view is one of the most visually beautiful river city. Worth a go! 




9. Center Northeastern traditions (Fair Saint Christopher) - The traditional fair of Saint Christopher was reborn, but the animation remains the same. The space of 34 square meters offers 700 standard booths, two stages

for concerts, square repentistas, parking and bank. Monday to Thursday, works only for lunch of typical foods, but Friday through Sunday schedule is uninterrupted.