- Rio de Janeiro - Wikipedia
It is the second-most-populous city in Brazil after São Paulo and the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas Founded in 1565, the city was initially the seat of the Captaincy of Rio de Janeiro, a domain of the Portuguese Empire In 1763, it became the capital of the State of Brazil
- Rio de Janeiro | History, Population, Map, Climate, Facts | Britannica
Rio de Janeiro, city and port, capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil It is located on the Atlantic Ocean, in the southeastern part of the tropical zone of South America, and is widely recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful and interesting urban centers
- THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro (2026) - Tripadvisor
Popularized by the song "The Girl from Ipanema," this world-famous beach gives foreign visitors a sense of life in Rio, displaying a cross-section of different lifestyles, chic boutiques and eateries…
- 17 Best Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - U. S. News Travel
Planning a trip to Rio? From relaxing on world-renowned beaches to visiting Christ the Redeemer, these are some of the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- The essential guide to Rio de Janeiro - Time Out
Cut through the noise with Time Out’s recommendations of the best attractions, restaurants, bars, nightlife and places to stay in Rio de Janeiro, curated by experts
- Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide - National Geographic
Rio is unlike any other place in the world, with more natural beauty per square inch—and more flip-flops per capita—than any major city Its “urban setting,” tucked dramatically between and amid
- Rio de Janeiro Budget Travel Guide (Updated 2026)
A comprehensive budget travel guide to Rio de Janeiro with tips on things to do, ways to save, transportation, accommodation, and more
- Rio de Janeiro - Wikitravel
Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil, on the South Atlantic coast Rio is famous for its breathtaking landscape, its laid back beach culture and its annual carnival
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