The document summarizes key tourist attractions and activities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It describes the statue of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain and views of the city from Sugarloaf Mountain. It also mentions Maracanã Stadium, São Bento Monastery, Copacabana Fort, beaches like Ipanema and Leblon, and major museums. The document also provides an overview of popular sports like surfing, hang gliding, kitesurfing, and windsurfing. It concludes with a discussion of shopping destinations and souvenirs.

1. EMEF Professora Edna Maria Nogueira Ferraz
Maratonistas do Saber
Guia turístico do Rio de Janeiro

2. The two main tourist points of Rio de Janeiro
Corcovado: The Corcovado Mountain is certainly the
biggest attraction of the city. Situated 710 meters above
sea level, the hill holds the statue of Christ
Redeemer, one of the most known monuments
planet. The statue, which measures 38 meters and weighs 1,145
tons, was inaugurated in 1931. To reach the
main terrace, visitors have to climb 222 de-
degrees steep or use the escalator and
elevators with panoramic views. The climb to the
top of Corcovado Hill can be made by tren-
zinho rising by a railway, one of the
the country's oldest, opened in 1884 by D.
Pedro II. Rua Cosme Velho 513, Cosme Velho - tel.
2558-1329.

4. Sugarloaf: Sugarloaf Mountain is another cardworld-renowned post. To reach the
top (396 m), the visitor climbs a lift it shall senddraçado in two steps.
The first goes to the hillUrca (220 m) and the second to the Loaf of
Sugar. The path length of 1,330 meters istaken at 6 minutes. From above it can be seen the
most beautiful view of the Guanabara Bay, the centercity and also in Niterói. Av Pasteur 520, Urca.
-
tel. 2541-3737. --- From the top of Urca Hill is pos-
sible to flightseeing helicopter. More
information on the phone: 2542-7895.

5. Maracanã: Built for the World Cup 1950 Mario Filho Stadium, better known as
Maracanã is the largest temple of world football. O Brazil lost that World Cup, but won a stage
worthy of any game and show. within yet there is the Sports Museum where are
displayed preciosities as the number 10 shirt of the Brazilian team that
It belonged to Pelé. It is worth checking the program-Games tion to watch some football. Some companies offer
tickets and service transfer to the stadium and monitoring games. Inquire at the front desk of your hotel. street
Professor Henrique Rabelo, gate 18, Maracanã. Attention dog.
Due to the works for the World Cup 2014, the stadium undergoes renovation
s and can be closed o Monastery:

6. Sao Bento Monastery: The Monastery of St. Benedict
was built by Beneditos (1617-1669) and is a
framework of the Brazilian Baroque. It was erected by
Beneditos monks. Its interior is rich and magnificent.
Highlighting the jacaranda grids made by Frei
Domingos da Conceição between 1698 and 1706 and the father-
els of the main chapel, painted between 1663 and 1700.
On Sundays takes place a famous follow Mass
nied by the Gregorian chant of the monks benediti-
we. To watch it, it's advisable to arrive 30
minutes in advance. Rua Dom Gerardo 68, Centro.

7. Arcos da Lapa: The arches are the
symbol of a River
January bohemian and alternative. In
late se-
mana, thousands of people gather in
the neighborhood of
Lapa to attend the bars and venues of
re-
gion. Arcos da Lapa were built in the
first century
XVI. A cable car crosses the arches,
leaving the center
the city to the nearby neighborhood of
Santa Teresa.

8. Copacabana Fort: This fort, located in
one end of Copacabana Beach, is
open to visitors. It has a museum, gazebos,
exhibition halls, cafes and mainly study views
petaculares on Copacabana beach. open day-
ily except Mondays. Next entry
Strong, is the Co- fishermen colony
pacabana where every morning the fishermen re-
make deep-sea and sell their fish at the edge
the praia.Telefone: 2287-3781.

9. nha Sea, Copacabana is a city of synthesis
Rio de Janeiro. In the summer and especially on weekends
week, the number of attendees increases
considerably. Both ends of the beach
They are safeguarded by strong, strong rudder and
Copacabana Fort. On the beach promenade, many
kiosks offer varied choices of food and
drinks. Copacabana is a beach that needs to
least be known for those visiting Rio de Ja-
Neiro. Some consider stirred excess; or-
ters, the beach of dreams. The Leme Beach is the
left of Copacabana and the border between the two
It passes by almost unnoticed. The rudder is a

11. Ipanema Beach: The sand piece was mun-
medially known for the song "Girl Ipa-
nema "by Tom Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes. So
as Copacabana, one can not speak of the beach without
talk of the neighborhood. Ipanema, an ancient village of
fishermen
pain, is a cultural cradle of the river and, consequently
mind, Brazil. From there came the beachwear and
great composers who helped create Bossa
New. Ipanema, in Tupi-Guarani means peri- water
gosa. Nevertheless, the sea is good for the practice of study
water ports like surfing and bodyboarding. the sands
Ipanema's often gra- concerts
INCIDENTAL to the public, usually at night.

12. Leblon Beach: The beach of Leblon is an extension
right from Ipanema beach. It's not as crowded,
but the wide strip of sand allows the practice of several
sports. The Mirante do Leblon, located in the former
We shudder right allows a breathtaking view,
especially when the sea is in hangover. O
Leblon neighborhood has become, in recent years, the re-
gion noble city. Leblon there are many and exceed
lenses restaurants, unfortunately a bit
inflated due to excessive appreciation of the
neighborhood.

13. Barra da Tijuca beach: It is the largest urban beach
extension in Rio de Janeiro. Are kilometers of beach
that allow the water sports (ideal
for windsurfing). At first, it lies Beach
Pepe, a meeting point for young and beautiful people.
Pepe was the name of one of the largest study of athletes
radical sizes of Brazil, killed in accident ASA-
delta. The sea of Barra often treacherous and is good
beware. Worth a try one of the holy
Natural duíches of Pepê tent.

14. Major museums in Rio de Janeiro
National Museum of Fine Arts (MNBA): The MNBA houses the most important exhibitions of the city and occupies
the building where worked since 1908 the Academy of Fine Arts. Its collection of 14,000 pieces is exposed so
and rotating features works from all phases of Brazilian painting. Are pictures of Candido Portinari, Di Cavalcanti,
Tarsila do Amaral, Lasar Segall and others. Among the foreigners, works of Debret, Boudin, Picasso and Rodin. Av. Rio
White 199, Centro. National History Museum: The 300 thousand pieces are very interesting and tell the story
Brazil, since its discovery until the proclamation of the Republic. Especially the models in fa- ivory
Imperial ily. Praça Marechal Ancora, Centre. the Republic Historical Museum: The Catete Palace served as
seat of the Presidency of the Republic from 1897 until 1960, when it was transformed into a museum. Its collection includ
tory of the Republic highlighting the former president Getulio Vargas, who committed suicide there. Rua do Catete 153, C
tete. Chácara do Céu Museum: Located in Santa Teresa, it has a collection of about 8,000 pieces of
paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures. Especially works of Matisse, Modigliani, Monet, Dali, Picasso, Di
Cavalcanti and Portinari. Murtinho Nobre 93 Street, Santa Teresa. Museum of Modern Art (MAM): Opened
1958 with architectural design of Affonso Eduardo Reidy and landscape of Burle Marx, the great houses MAM
art exhibitions. Especially works by Brazilian artists. Av. Infante D. Henrique 85, Flamengo Park,
Center. Quinta da Boa Vista: The Imperial Boa Vista Palace was the residence of choice for prevented
ees Empire Brazil. Today is National Zoo and Museum. Fixed assets: 10,000 pieces distributed
3800 m2. Among these the fossil of a giant sloth, Egyptian pieces, oriental dishes and parts of emperors
res Brazil. Quinta da Boa Vista. Museum of Contemporary Art: His biggest highlight is the own building
designed by Oscar Niemeyer. In addition to a collection of 600 works of art concretist also has an initial
gualável overlooking the Rio de Janeiro. Mirante da Boa Viagem, Boa Viagem, Niteroi. Exercised Historical Museum
I quote: Strong beautiful is located at the end of Copacabana Beach (next to Ipanema). In the museum are exhibits
artillery and infantry several times. There is also a photographic and bibliographic. Highlighting the bene-
LISSIMA view of Copacabana.

15. Sports in Rio de Janeiro
Surfing: There are several points in Rio de Janeiro very suitable for surfing. It should however be
very cautious, because the currents are dangerous. There are many cases of drownings. The sites listed
for surfing are: Arpoador, Barra da Tijuca (opposite the bar Seas condo), Prainha and Grumari.
In days of surf when the waves reach up to four meters high, the best spot is near the Lookout
Leblon. Copacabana usually does not have good waves for surfing. Hang-gliding: The Rio de Janeiro account
one of the best and safest ramps for practicing paragliding. The start ramp is in Pedra Bonita
in São Conrado and landing is made at the Pepino beach, also in São Conrado. Several companies offer
practice of double flight to stakeholders. Kitesurf: The official spot for kitesurfing in Rio de Janeiro is
in Barra da Tijuca, near Pepe Beach. Windsurfing: The official spot to practice windsurfing in Rio de
January is in Barra da Tijuca, shortly after Pepê Beach. On site there is a wooden hangar where practitioners
keep your materials. Diving: There are several companies in Rio de Janeiro offering diving. An
such is the Diver's Quest Rua Maria Angelica 171/110 - Botanical Garden. (21) 2266-4041 / (21) 2286-2513. bicyclo
Cleta, Skates and Skateboards: Every Sunday and holidays the highways the edge of Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana, Ipa-
nema and Leblon) are impassable to traffic, making them ideal for cycling practices, skateboarding and rollerblading.
There are bicycle rental services.

17. South, Shopping Leblon, Rio Design Shopping and Fashion Mall. Shopping Barra is the
greatest of all, as the Fashion Mall
shopping which concentrates the best (and most expensive) brands, while the South River
usually has the best ofer-
tas. Brands of bikinis: The various bikinis stores has several branches in the city. We will quote
only one branch
each store. To learn about other branches of the same brand, inquire at the front desk of your
hotel. The best brands
bikinis of Rio de Janeiro are: Lenny (Fashion Mall), Tea Rose (Fashion Mall), BumBum
(Ipanema Forum)
Rygy (South River), Maritime Company (Fashion Mall). City Souvenirs: Photography Book
Rio de Janeiro - Hans
Donner: 120 pages with beautiful pictures of Rio de Janeiro. Luxury finish. The sale in the best
bookstores
and city tour points. Book Rio de Janeiro Colorfotos: photo book with 110 photos of Rio de
Janeiro and
explanatory captions in multiple languages. Cost-effective. The sale in the best bookshops and
points
city ​​tourism. Craft: There are two great places to buy crafts in Rio de Janeiro. The fair