Rio de Janeiro is a city of extremes from the shanty neighborhoods (Favelas) sprawling up the mountain side to the deluxe flats along the seaside of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and also Barra de Tijuca. Although the city has been making great efforts to enhance upon the safety, there shouldn't be issues in terms of spending your vacation in Rio de Janeiro. Though petty crime such as a stolen camera or wallet might happen in the tourist places, the serious criminal offenses usually take place more inland away from the beach locations where all of the traveller activity can be found.
The most famous occasion in Brazil is Carnival which keeps going for five days starting midnight on the Friday before Ash Wednesday and continuing on through that Wednesday. While super packed plus much more expensive than other periods, visitors will see opulent costumes, remarkable and very decorative parades, dancing within the streets along with live bands and entertainment almost everywhere you go. If your plans are to go to Rio de Janeiro during Carnival, make every effort to plan months in advance and book your hotel, aparthotel, accommodation, apartamento or apartment simply because everything is going to be sold out.
There are actually many activities to do and sites to see in Rio. Pao de Acucar (Sugarloaf Mountain) is known as a place where wide ranging sights of Rio and beyond may be experienced. Quite possibly the most striking feature may be the green peak which projects out over the city with great 360 degree views of Rio de Janeiro. Make sure to get there prior to Sunset for an awesome twilight view of the city and shortly afterwards an amazing night view of Copacabana.
Another excellent area to go to is the Jardim Botanico (Botanical Gardens) and is situated nearby the Lagoa (Lagoon). The gardens were first planted during the early 19th century by Prince Regent Dom Joao and have since developed into probably the most stunning flower and plant gardens in all of Brazil. There is literally thousands of plants and flowers to observe as you make your way throughout the walking walkways of the gardens in addition to several small waterfalls. The best time to see Jardim Botanico is during the week so that you can avoid the weekend crowds.
Parque do Flamengo is a well-known park with locals and also families and couples. The Parque do Flamengo is located near Guanabara Bay and it is a terrific place to take part in sports activities as well as leisure pursuits. You'll find cycle pathways, jogging paths, ball courts and play grounds. The Parque may be a good change of pace from your beach theme activities as well as a good chance to observe how the locals like to take pleasure in their down time.
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