Rio de Janeiro – The Marvelous City

Known around the world as the Wonderful City, Rio de Janeiro is the perfect combination of sea, mountain and forest. Stunning natural sceneries, a free-spirited and welcoming people that transform anything into a party, and world-famous iconic monuments. These are the elements that make Rio de Janeiro a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable destination. The enviable collections in Rio’s museums hold fascinating treasures telling the tale of its 450 years of history. Land of the Carnaval and Samba, the city also offers countless theaters, concert venues, business centers and restaurants open year-round. But it is the combination between geographical traits – the sea, mountains and forests – and human culture that makes Rio de Janeiro such a unique city. Almost the entire city is surrounded by dazzling landscapes. Its exuberant natural resources include 90 km of beaches, the Tijuca National Park, which includes the largest urban forest in the world with 3,200 hectares of Atlantic Forest, the State Parks of Pedra Branca, Desengano and Chacrinha, covering an area of 48.500 hectares, and the Rodrigo de Freitas, Jacarepaguá, Camorim, Tijuca and Marapendi lakes and lagoons. Rio was the world’s first city to be listed as Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

In addition to its most famous attractions, such as Christ the Redeemer – an art deco statue of Jesus Christ – and Pão de Açúcar – a mountain range –, the city also offers endless programs involving nature, adventure, religion, history and culture, such as walks through the Botanical Garden and the Santa Teresa tram, visits to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Museum of Modern Art, and the possibility of jumping over the Pedra Bonita ramp and flying across the city. Sports are also very important among cariocas (as those born in Rio are nicknamed). It is really no surprise that the Wonderful City was chosen to host the Rio 2016™ Olympic Games. There are always volleyball, soccer and footvolley matches being played anywhere across the city’s 90 km of beaches. The city is the largest urban climbing center in the world, providing options that accommodate all levels of difficulty, such as Pedra da Gávea and Bico do Papagaio. The Tijuca National Park – the world’s largest urban forest – is also a great place for walks and other sports, such as rock climbing and free flight. In addition to preserving the Atlantic Forest, the Park protects springs and basins, such as those of the Carioca and Maracanã rivers, which supply water to part of the city.

Sinuous, insinuating, beautiful and intriguing, the landscape of Rio de Janeiro has delighted visitors for more than five centuries. Get to know more what makes Rio special at the Offical city guide. Uncover cities, attractions and the best of the Brazilian culture at the official website of tourism of Brasil.

Source: Official website of tourism of Brasil

Tours

The following tours are provided and managed by the Windsor Hotel. Reservations must be arranged directly with the hotel and can be made at the hotel front desk. Windsor Hotel asks the interested participants to contact their front desk in advance (at least one day in advance) to make your booking. Note that prices are provided by the Windsor Hotel, and only cash payments are accepted.