The sights of Rio

Thongs, Speedos and Christ - Rio de Janeiro

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October 12th 2008
Hola chicos and chicas! Berti and I are at the end of our last day in Rio de Janeiro, and finally the sun made an appearance!! Our long journey to New Zealand (via Buenos Aires again) begins tomorrow, and we are literally so excited, we cannot concentrate on anything!! Since Monday, we have been wandering around the city waiting for a clear day to be able to see the magnificent sights and ... 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