Cidade Marvilhosa is truly a marvelous place to see.
The second largest city in Brazil served as the country’s capital until 1960s. Portuguese is the main language used in this vibrant city. This is where the iconic Cristo Redentor can be seen.
1. Take a free walking tour
Learn the historic facts of the city by a 3-hour free walking tour. It is from Mondays to Fridays every 0930 in the morning. Tour guides can be seen wearing a yellow shirt waiting in front of the Municipal Theater/Cinelandia metro. The tour is very informative, fun and free! You will be able to visit Lapa steps, Imperial Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral and even the famous Cafe Confeiteria Colombo. Don’t forget to give the tour guides a tip after the tour.
2. Try the Brazilian snacks
Churrascarias are a must try in Rio. They serve all kinds of meats in skewers. You choose whatever food you like on the buffet table, pile it up on your plate and pay according to its weight. Feijoada is a Portuguese dish stew made of black beans which is a very significant food which was believed to be associated with the slaves during the colonial times. You can also try coxinha, acai, brigadeiros, tapioca and pa de quiejo.
3. Visit the Petropolis
It is Brazil’s Imperial City during the 19th century in honor of Pedro II, the second emperor of Brazil. It is a very popular winter destination because of its very cool climate. This served as the summer residence of the Brazilian emperors now turned into a museum. Tourists can walk around the palace and be able to see the luxurious things during their reign. You can also see the Quitandinha Palace which used to be a casino hotel until the government banned casinos from the country. Now it was renovated into a residential place but tourists can still walk around and be amazed of its beautiful architecture. Don’t miss the Cathedral of St. Peter which houses the remains of the previous imperial family. The Bohemian brewery is also included in the trip which could not be missed out for beer lovers. You will learn how beers are produced while touring the place. It would not be complete with a free taste of truly Brazilian beer.
4. Travel to Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande or ‘Big Island’ is a 2-3 hours ride from the city. It is still an undeveloped place but some tourists flock here…
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