Statue of Christ overlooking Rio

Flying down to Rio

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August 23rd 2008
Just a quickie - spent a week in Rio on the beach at Copacabana and Ipanema. Had a fantastic time and well tanned now. Awesome views from Christ the Redeemer down into the city. Flying back in less than 3 hours so ta ta for now! Last blog will be published when we get home ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro » Rio de Janeiro » Copacabana

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more