Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide 🌴✈️

Rio de Janeiro (commonly called Rio), located in southeastern Brazil, is the country's second-largest city and one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations. Must-Visit Attractions Mosteiro de São Bento (St. Benedict Monastery) ⛪ Built in 1590, this is one of Brazil’s oldest religious buildings, perched on a hill in downtown Rio. Museu do Amanhã (Museum of Tomorrow) 🚀 A futuristic architectural marvel exploring sustainability and the future of humanity. Catedral Metropolitana (Rio Cathedral) ✝️ A striking modernist pyramid-shaped church from the 1960s, one of Rio’s key spiritual sites. Escadaria Selarón (Selarón Steps) 🎨 A vibrant mosaic staircase created by Chilean artist Jorge Selarón over 20+ years—Instagram gold! Forte de Copacabana (Copacabana Fort) 🏰 A 1914 military fortress with historic cannons and stunning ocean views. Copacabana & Ipanema Beaches 🏖️☀️ Copacabana: Iconic 4km stretch of white sand, surf culture, and lively vibes. Ipanema: Trendier, with breathtaking sunsets (and the famous "Girl from Ipanema" vibe). Maracanã Stadium ⚽ One of the world’s most legendary soccer arenas, home to Pelé’s 1,000th goal and the 2014 World Cup final. Trem do Corcovado (Corcovado Train) 🚂 A 3.8km scenic railway up Corcovado Mountain to the Christ the Redeemer statue (one of the New 7 Wonders). The panoramic city views? Unreal. Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) ✝️ The iconic 30m-tall statue overlooking Rio—a must for sunrise or sunset visits. Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain) 🏔️ Take the cable car to the summit for 360° views of Guanabara Bay and the city. Santa Teresa Neighborhood 🎭 A bohemian district with colorful streets, art studios, and the famous bonde (tram). #Brazil #RioDeJaneiro #ChristTheRedeemer #SugarloafMountain #MaracanaStadium #SantaTeresa #TravelGram