It was no longer mentioned that it was the capital of
the Kingdom of Portugal from the beginning of the nineteenth century until
independence in 1822, and the capital of the “Empire of Brazil” until the
unveiling of the modern capital «Brasilia», which came out entirely from the
office of the famous architect Oscar Niemeyer. But everyone knows that it is
still that «wonderful city« and Pearl of Brazil, which tickles the dreams of
adventure pioneers, and wish travel lovers to visit even once in their lives.
It is one of the seven wonders of the world, and a
theater of joy, dance, and singing. It alone summarizes one of the most
beautiful and diverse countries in the world.
It bears its name from the day of its birth on January
1 - Janeiro, Portuguese - when the ships of sailors from Portugal docked in its
bay in 1502.
Three days may be enough to visit this charming city,
But we suggest at least five days. Its natural and tourist attractions are
endless, enjoying the unique lifestyle that is going on in its veins around the
clock, and making it a global capital of bustle and show celebrations deserve
it.
-Attractions:
We start our tour of Rio from its most famous
landmarks: the world-famous beaches and the city within the city. It has its
own life and ritual that attracts millions every year from all over the world.
Copacabana is the most famous among these beaches and
the longest. Extending more than three kilometers between the terrain covered
with dense green that touches the white soft sand, separated by only beautiful
stone corridors designed by the well-known engineer Roberto Marx in the middle
of the last century when this beach was the destination of celebrities and
wealthy people from all over, rushing to the hotel The reputation that stands
at its tip and is still today one of the most luxurious hotels in the world.
But Rio is not just a charming nature, a mild climate
and a permanent theater for the joy of living and the joy of life. It is an
active cultural center and a first-class art pole, where the movement revolves
around theaters, museums, galleries, and public libraries, most of which are
housed in a number of magnificent buildings and engineering landmarks.
The municipal theater of these buildings dates back
to the colonial era in the city center. Nearby is the Palace of the Public
Library built by the King of Portugal and called the «Royal Office of Reading»,
which includes a precious collection of ancient books and manuscripts inside an
engineering masterpiece. Between the two, there is the famous 19th-century
Colombo Café, which still bears witness to the splendor of its halls and
desserts.
Perhaps the best thing to conclude our tour of Rio de
Janeiro is to visit the "Big Island" in the bay. It covers 193 square
kilometers of green plains, rivers, waterfalls, forests, mountains and charming
beaches.
Cars and vehicles are prohibited on this island, where
transportation is limited to small boats or walking. It is not possible for the
visitor to leave before seeing in the middle of the rocky mountain, which is
known as the «parrot beak», which is similar to the beak of this bird, which
abounds in its forests.