Guidebook for Rio de Janeiro
Sightseeing
Simply AmazingSugarloaf Mountain (Portuguese: Pão de Açúcar) is a peak situated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at the mouth of Guanabara Bay on a peninsula that sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean. Rising 396 meters (1,299 ft) above the harbor, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined loaf sugar. It is known worldwide for its cableway and panoramic views of the city.
The lonely mountain is only one of several monolithic granite and quartz mountains that rise straight from the water's edge around Rio de Janeiro. A glass-walled cablecar (in popular Portuguese, bondinho – more properly called teleférico), capable of holding 65 people , runs along a 1400-meter route between the peaks of Pão de Açúcar and Morro da Urca every 20 minutes. The original cable car line was built in 1912 and rebuilt around 1972/1973 and in 2008. The cable car leaves a ground station located at the base of the Babilônia hill, to the Urca hill and then to the Pão de Açúcar.
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Sugarloaf Mountain
Simply AmazingSugarloaf Mountain (Portuguese: Pão de Açúcar) is a peak situated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at the mouth of Guanabara Bay on a peninsula that sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean. Rising 396 meters (1,299 ft) above the harbor, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined loaf sugar. It is known worldwide for its cableway and panoramic views of the city.
The lonely mountain is only one of several monolithic granite and quartz mountains that rise straight from the water's edge around Rio de Janeiro. A glass-walled cablecar (in popular Portuguese, bondinho – more properly called teleférico), capable of holding 65 people , runs along a 1400-meter route between the peaks of Pão de Açúcar and Morro da Urca every 20 minutes. The original cable car line was built in 1912 and rebuilt around 1972/1973 and in 2008. The cable car leaves a ground station located at the base of the Babilônia hill, to the Urca hill and then to the Pão de Açúcar.
Botanical Garden (Inglês Botanical Garden) is a residential neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro , Brazil , located north of Ipanema and Leblon , just across Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and east of Gávea . Botanical Garden lies in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro.
The district got its name the it grew around the city's Botanical Garden . The residents are Generally the upper-middle to upper class and do not live near a slum , Which is rare in the city. It Differs from most of Rio's Neighbourhoods due to the large number of large detached houses, again not that common in the densely populated south zone. It is home to many Brazilian celebrities and the headquarters of the nationwide television network, Rede Globo . Many of Rede Globo's studios are in the neighborhood.
The main road in the borough is the Rua Jardim Botanico (Jardim Botanico Street). The neighborhood leads to Rio de Janeiro's large Tijuca Forest , using the road que winds up through the mountainous forest.
One of Rio de Janeiro's most famous carnival blocs parades annually through the streets of Jardim Botanico. The bloc calls itself "Suvaco of Christ", Which Translates to "Armpit of the Christ" because Botanical Garden lies underneath the right armpit of Rio de Janeiro's most prominent landmark, Cristo Redentor ( Christ the Redeemer ) statue.
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Jardim Botânico
Botanical Garden (Inglês Botanical Garden) is a residential neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro , Brazil , located north of Ipanema and Leblon , just across Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and east of Gávea . Botanical Garden lies in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro.
The district got its name the it grew around the city's Botanical Garden . The residents are Generally the upper-middle to upper class and do not live near a slum , Which is rare in the city. It Differs from most of Rio's Neighbourhoods due to the large number of large detached houses, again not that common in the densely populated south zone. It is home to many Brazilian celebrities and the headquarters of the nationwide television network, Rede Globo . Many of Rede Globo's studios are in the neighborhood.
The main road in the borough is the Rua Jardim Botanico (Jardim Botanico Street). The neighborhood leads to Rio de Janeiro's large Tijuca Forest , using the road que winds up through the mountainous forest.
One of Rio de Janeiro's most famous carnival blocs parades annually through the streets of Jardim Botanico. The bloc calls itself "Suvaco of Christ", Which Translates to "Armpit of the Christ" because Botanical Garden lies underneath the right armpit of Rio de Janeiro's most prominent landmark, Cristo Redentor ( Christ the Redeemer ) statue.
A place for walking, running, you can also rent a paddle boat and go around the lagoon, there are also a few choice for lunch and dinner
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Lagoa
A place for walking, running, you can also rent a paddle boat and go around the lagoon, there are also a few choice for lunch and dinner
Selaron Steps
Rua Manuel CarneiroAmazingly beautiful
Zona Sul Supermarket
49 R. Prudente de MoraisLemme, Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Lagoa
Lapa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife.
The neighborhood is home to the Arcos da Lapa, an impressive aqueduct constructed in the mid-18th century by colonial authorities. Another important historical attraction is the Passeio Público, the first public park of the city, built in the 1780s.
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Lapa
Lapa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife.
The neighborhood is home to the Arcos da Lapa, an impressive aqueduct constructed in the mid-18th century by colonial authorities. Another important historical attraction is the Passeio Público, the first public park of the city, built in the 1780s.
Christ the Redeemer (Portuguese: Cristo Redentor, standard Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈkɾistu χedẽˈtoɾ], local dialect: [ˈkɾiʃtu ɦedẽˈtoɦ]) is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by Polish-French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by the Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with the French engineer Albert Caquot. The face was created by the Romanian artist Gheorghe Leonida. The statue is 30 metres (98 ft) tall, not including its 8-metre (26 ft) pedestal, and its arms stretch 28 metres (92 ft) wide.
The statue weighs 635 metric tons (625 long, 700 short tons), and is located at the peak of the 700-metre (2,300 ft) Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park overlooking the city of Rio. A symbol of Christianity across the world, the statue has also become a cultural icon of both Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, and is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone, and was constructed between 1922 and 1931.
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Christ the Redeemer
Christ the Redeemer (Portuguese: Cristo Redentor, standard Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈkɾistu χedẽˈtoɾ], local dialect: [ˈkɾiʃtu ɦedẽˈtoɦ]) is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by Polish-French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by the Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with the French engineer Albert Caquot. The face was created by the Romanian artist Gheorghe Leonida. The statue is 30 metres (98 ft) tall, not including its 8-metre (26 ft) pedestal, and its arms stretch 28 metres (92 ft) wide.
The statue weighs 635 metric tons (625 long, 700 short tons), and is located at the peak of the 700-metre (2,300 ft) Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park overlooking the city of Rio. A symbol of Christianity across the world, the statue has also become a cultural icon of both Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, and is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone, and was constructed between 1922 and 1931.
Food Scene
Your choice of all you can eat:
Pizza
Buffet line
Sushi
or the BEST choice ALL 3 for a great price
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Fazendola
14 R. JangadeirosYour choice of all you can eat:
Pizza
Buffet line
Sushi
or the BEST choice ALL 3 for a great price
The song "The Girl from Ipanema" was written here..
Must have is Picanha
282 locals recommend
Bagatelle Lanchonete e Restaurante
Rua Djalma UlrichThe song "The Girl from Ipanema" was written here..
Must have is Picanha
Pizza Hut
23 R. Francisco OtavianoOn Wednesday there is all you can eat....
Restaurante Faraj
131 R. Gomes CarneiroDelicious Esfiha, and very close to our apartment
Starbucks
1058 Av. Nossa Sra. de CopacabanaCoffee, Expresso, pastries and one those really hot days frappuccino's
Rua Jangadeiros
Brazilian fastfood, 1st floor of out building
Tô Nem Aí
57 R. Farme de AmoedoGreat gay bar/restaurant
If you looking for a variety of Brazilian food, at a great price, here it is. You can get a "Rodízio" (parade) of small portions of typical Brazilian food for one low price.
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Pigalle
4206 Av. AtlânticaIf you looking for a variety of Brazilian food, at a great price, here it is. You can get a "Rodízio" (parade) of small portions of typical Brazilian food for one low price.
Frontera
128 R. Visc. de PirajáSomething to eat... By the kilo or choose all-you-can-eat
Shenanigan’s
112 A R. Visc. de PirajáIrish Bar
Nectar
Outdoor seating
It Is Closed
34 Rua Farme de AmoedoReally good Sushi
Yosuki Sushi House
102 R. Farme de AmoedoGreat sushi
Tropikus
111 R. Visc. de PirajáGreat food
Azteka
156 R. Visc. de PirajáLittle pricey but always busy
Koni
44 R. Constante RamosSmall place but good sushi
Café Cardin
327 Rua Carlos GóisCoffee and sweets
Gringo Cafe
240 R. Barão da TorreSome American fav foods
Terzetto Café
28 Rua JangadeirosGreat place to sit have a coffee and pastries
Banana Jack
6 R. JangadeirosGreat outdoor dinning
Laffa Kebab Store
175 R. Visc. de PirajáGood Kababs
Vezpa Pizzas - Ipanema
75 R. Farme de AmoedoDelicious Pizza
Galitos GRILL Ipanema
62 R. Farme de AmoedoRotisserie Chicken
Getting Around
Fastest, easiest and cheapest way to get around. Right in front of our buidling
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General Osório - Feria Hippie
Fastest, easiest and cheapest way to get around. Right in front of our buidling
Bike & Leisure
135 R. Visc. de PirajáRent-a-Bike
Shopping
Shopping Leblon
290 Av. Afrânio de Melo FrancoMall
Rio Sul Shopping
116 Rua Lauro MüllerMall
Entertainment & Activities
Maracanã
439 Av. Pres. Castelo BrancoStadium
Essentials
Supermercado Zona Sul - Ipanema, Visconde de Pirajá
118 R. Visc. de PirajáMarket