Statue of Christ in Rio

Rio de Janeiro

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July 31st 2006
Well, it's nearly the end of my South American trip. I fly home tomorrow and I've spent the last week or so in Rio de Janeiro. It's a huge place, there's lots to do here and I've spent a lot of time walking around and seeing the sights. I'm staying in Ipanema which has a good beach as well as lots of cafes, restaurants and bars, and it's next to Copacabana with its 4km stretch of sandy beach. ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro

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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