Castles and fortresses in Rio de Janeiro surroundings

Q: In what architectural style was the Municipal Theatre in Rio de Janeiro built and who created it?

The Municipal Theatre (1909) is an example of eclecticism with a predominance of neoclassicism and Art Nouveau elements. The architect Francisco de Oliveira Passos was inspired by the Paris Grand Opera. The building is decorated with sculptures by Brazilian masters, including works by Rodolfo Bernardelli. The interiors are decorated with Italian marble and Czech crystal.

Q: What places in Rio de Janeiro is worth visiting with children for an educational holiday?

Children will be interested in the Peace du Amagna science museum with interactive exhibits about space. In the Botanical Garden (1808) you can see 140 species of palm trees and giant water lilies of the Victoria Regia. The park "Kinta da Boa Vista" with the zoo of the XIX century contains a collection of Brazilian fauna, including jaguars and toucans.

Q: Where in Rio de Janeiro to take the most atmospheric photos at sunset?

The observation deck of the 'Arcade of the Paw' in the Santa Teresa area offers panoramas with vintage tramways. Celarón's staircase, decorated with 2,000 tiles from 60 countries, creates a bright background. Ipanema beach overlooking the 'Two Brothers' is a classic angle for silhouette shots against the backdrop of the setting sun.

Q: Which little-known historical places in Rio de Janeiro are visited only by locals?

Copacabana Fort (1914) hides a museum of artillery and tunnels from the First World War. In the area of San Cristovan preserved the Imperial residence of Pedro II with original furniture of the XIX century. The Church of Nossa Señora da Gloria (1739) is a rare example of octagonal Portuguese architecture from the azulezh of the XVIII century.

Q: What legends are associated with Mount Corcovado and the statue of Christ in Rio de Janeiro?

According to legend, the idea of the statue arose in 1859 from the Catholic priest Pedro Maria Boss. Construction (1926-1931) was carried out on the project of Heitor da Silva Costa with the participation of sculptor Paul Landowski. Locals believe that during a thunderstorm Christ "protects" the city, taking lightning on his outstretched hands.

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Copacabana fortress

Copacabana Fortress was built in 1914 to strengthen the defenses of Guanabara Bay. The thickness of the walls reaches 12 meters. T …

Fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra

The fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra is a historically significant structure located near Guanabara Bay on the edge of a cliff. At …

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Fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra

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Excursions Rio de Janeiro (36)

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Sightseeing tour of Rocinje: life of favela from the inside

Rocinha is a favela where the character of Rio is born. The favelas of Rio are the birthplace of football, music and the characte …

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Symbols of Rio - Sugar Head, Copacabana and Ipanema

Description: This tour introduces you to Rio de Janeiro, which is known and loved all over the world. We will walk along the lege …

150 $ group

Tour of the Tijuca National Park and the beaches of Rio de Janeiro

From the hotel we will go to the statue of Christ the Redeemer at a height of 710 meters. above sea level. From the observation d …

300 group

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Favela: Real Rio from the Inside

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Anna Ratova

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Nina Nikolaevna Gromakova

Rio de Janeiro

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The Other Side of Rio

Acquaintance with the city through the eyes of locals, as well as a view of Rio from a helicopter. Tour to the favela, where you w …

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Nature around Rio

The famous Sugar Head cable car, the mind-blowing landscapes of Rio, as well as a trip to the local Amazon to the caimans and capy …

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Rio tour

All the most important things to see in Rio: the statue of Christ, the historical center, local food, culture and street art. …

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Castles and fortresses in Rio de Janeiro surroundings

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