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Published: March 30th 2008
Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) sits on the Corcovado mountain overlooking Rio de Janeiro. Finished in 1931, it has been a fixture of modern Rio and is recognizable world-wide. Brazil has more catholics than any other country in the world. The statue was erected to greet visitors from all over the world to Rio. We took a Jeep Tour to the top with travelers from Ireland, France and Sweden.
Pão de Açúcar or "Sugar Loaf" is another spot in central Rio that defines the city. A cable car takes you to a small mountain, then a second takes you to the top of the large one. The view is probably the most amazing thing I have ever seen. You can see all of Rio (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Centro) and Notoroi. Notoroi is the city across the water from Rio; they are connected by a bridge. It reminds me of Sausalito and San Francisco.
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kasey murray
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wow!!
already this is an amazing trip and you guys just got started!!! what an awesome expierence, you both seem to be taking in all that this trip has to offer and it is so neat to be able to see and learn from your site! Thanks and i cant wait to see more, be safe!!