RIO!!!! So, it was off to Rio, on a relatively short 22-hour bus ride, which would complete our entirely-overland journey from Quito. We arrived and went straight to our Hostel, the 'Mellow Yellow' where we were very soon roped into going on the hostel's organised tour to the football at the famous Maracana Stadium. The match was a rather low-key affair with the giant stadium barely a fraction full. But the fans were entertaining and the match had a thrilling end. Botafogo 2 - 1 Sao Caetano. Our hostel was right near Copacabana beach and seeing as there was some sunshine, we decided to make the most of it at every opportunity! A lovely relaxing few days! We also felt the need to sample the Capirinihas (most likely spelt wrong) which are quite nice, if a
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