Rio de Janeiro - City Video Guide

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Rio de Janeiro, is situated in southeast Brazil.

Each dawn reveals golden shores, and a city dotted with mountain peaks.
Cariocas, as the residents are known, take pride in living life to the fullest.

The city's Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian is modeled after a Mayan temple, a "stairway to the sun". Christ the Redeemer takes center stage on Rio's skyline. Take the 20-minute ride to the top of Corcovado Mountain, and stand at the feet of this world-famous landmark. Just across the water lays Rio's most iconic peak, Sugarloaf Mountain.

Rio's most famous beach is Copacabana. If you are looking for waves, head out to Prainha. In Ipanema, don't miss the Sunday Hippie Fair.

In the heart of the city, Cinelândia, is home to the Municipal Theater and the National Museum of Fine Arts. Closer to the port is the National History Museum. Visit the Maracanã Football Stadium for a taste of the national obsession -- football!

Explore elegant public parks, such as Parque Henrique Lage and Quinta da Boa Vista. Walk the colorful Selarón Steps, created from tiles donated from all over the world.

No wonder they call Rio de Janeiro the "Cidade Maravilhosa", the marvelous city.