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World Cup - Sugar loaf mountain ( Rio )

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June 17th 2014
Got the metro train to Copacabana beach where we were to be picked up for out tour. It was right opposite the Rio fan park. The tour guide was really good, but again the traffic was horrendous. The drive to the mountain was uneventful, but the air conditioning in the bus rescued us from the heat outside. We were given tickets for the cable cars. The views were spectacular. A must see for anyone co ... 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