Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro

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November 11th 2008
We arrive in Rio after a 24 hour bus journey from Iguazu, although the thought of a 24 hour bus sounds horrendous this one is actually pretty good, it has massive seats which recline almost to a bed, they show films and serve food and drinks, the scenery is pretty good too. I almost don´t want to get off ! When we arrive in Rio it is hot, although not uncomfortable. We arrive at our hostel in ... read more

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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