Very unpleasant experience. From the moment we entered the 2nd floor, we were closely followed by a museum guard, which made us feel uncomfortable. One guard in particular—a young woman with long curly hair—was especially aggressive in both her expression and behavior toward us and our child. They followed us so closely that it felt intimidating.
When we stepped onto a standard balcony area overlooking the 1st floor, the same guard approached us and abruptly told us we were not allowed there, speaking in a very rude manner. At that point, we decided to leave immediately.
There were no English skills among the staff, and when we couldn’t speak Portuguese, the guard rolled her eyes at us as if insulted. As we left, there was no polite goodbye or thank you for our visit—only another guard following us. The whole atmosphere felt tense and uncomfortable.
We had really been looking forward to this visit, but sadly we left upset and...
Read moreWhile wandering through the city, we stumbled upon the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) in Rio de Janeiro. This striking building immediately caught our attention with its unique architectural style. Designed by renowned Brazilian architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy in the 1950s, the museum is a masterpiece of modernist architecture, featuring open spaces and large glass panels that blend the structure with its surroundings.
The entrance was free, and inside we found rotating exhibitions of contemporary art. Although I was expecting a permanent collection of modern masterpieces, the temporary exhibits were still an interesting and thought-provoking experience.
Overall, MAM Rio is a great stop for art lovers and those curious about Brazil’s modernist architectural heritage. Even if you're not an art enthusiast, the building itself and its location in Flamengo Park make it...
Read moreAn amazing museum rivaling any other world class modern art museum. With an extremely low entrance fee and discounts for students, this is the best way to view some of the most impressive works that Rio and Brazil have to offer. Extremely forward thinking pieces that are creative and outside of the box. They offer the mindset of contemporary and modern focuses while sometimes looking back at a historical context. From the old film equipment gallery to the historical photography exhibit. The stunning pieces bring out the inquisitive side in any mind young or old and makes you ponder about the future and art itself. I would not miss this museum for anything and it's truly a highlight of my...
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