Attractions in Brazil

One of the most recognized landmarks in the world, Christ the Redeemer is an art deco statue of Jesus Christ that stands over 100 feet tall. The statue’s arms stretch over 92 feet wide, and altogether weights over 635 metric tons. The statue is a recognized symbol of Christianity all over the world and is a cultural icon in Brazil. Visitors who head to Brazil on vacation shouldn’t leave without a stop at the magnificent site. There are many tour companies that will take you to the site and provide background information on the art and the statue’s history, though many visitors prefer to explore the site themselves.

Home to the world-renowned beach, the Bairro of Copacabana can be found in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Over two million visitors come to the venue annually just for the extensive New Year’s celebration; the fireworks display alone is one of the largest in the world and is nearly 20 minutes long. The 2½-mile beach has been the official venue to the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup as well as the beach volleyball portion of the Olympic Games. Visitors are invited to come explore one of the most beautiful beaches and the city and towering mountains that surround it. Many watersports and beach activities such as volleyball and jet skiing can be played throughout the day.

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Corcovado is the stunning 2,329-foot mountain that the famed Christ the Redeemer statue can be found atop of. The name, which translates to “hunchback” in Portuguese, is a fitting one for the mountain, as it looks like a hunch from afar. Corcovado lies within the national park Tijuca Forest, and it is visible from great distances on a clear day. Visitors can access the peak and statue by a walking trail or by the Corcovado Rack Railway, which takes approximately 20 minutes. There is an observation deck at the foot of the statue that offers visitors breathtaking sites of the city below and the rest of the surroundings.

When the Lacerda Elevator opened in 1873, it held many world records, including one for being the highest elevator in the world at 63 meters and for being the world’s first urban elevator. Constructed by Brazilian engineer Augusto Frederico de Lacerda, the historic art deco elevator transports people from Cairu Square in the Lower City to Tome de Sousa Square in the Upper City. The elevator is considered one of the most popular attractions in Brazil and attracts visitors from all over the world. At the top of the towers, you can see an amazing view of the surrounding areas, including the Mercado Modelo, the Bay of All Saints, and the Fort of Sao Marcelo.

Elevador Lacerda, Praça Municipal, s / n - Centro Histórico, Salvador - BA, 40015-170, Brazil

Popularly known as “Selaron Steps,” Escadaria Selaron is a set of 215 world-famous steps that were designed by Chilean-born artist Jorge Selaron. The artist, who renovated the steps for nearly 23 years, called it a "tribute to the Brazilian people." Jorge started the project as a way of fixing the dilapidated steps in front of his home. Soon the project grew, and it now has over 2,000 pieces of ceramics, tiles, and mirrors collected from over 60 different countries around the world. Visitors can come see the beautiful work of art the steps have now become and see the various pieces, many of which were painted by Jorge himself.

R. Joaquim Silva, S/N - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20241-110, Brazil, Phone: 5-52-19-64-37-26-80

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Considered the largest public park and recreation area in Rio de Janeiro, Flamengo Park also goes by the names Eduardo Gomes Park, Aterro do Flamengo, and Aterro do Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes. The park was created in 1965 and is now nearly 300 acres. It is open to the public all year long, inviting visitors to explore the civic landscapes and Modernist park gardens. There are many sites within the park for visitors to go, including the Carmen Miranda Museum, the Rio de Janeiro Museum of Modern Art, and the Modernist memorial sculptures "Monument to the Dead of World War II."

Praia do Flamengo, 116 - Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22210-030, Brazil, Phone: 5-52-19-69-48-47-60

Ibirapuera Park is found in Sao Paulo, Brazil and is known for its leisurely jogging and walking paths. It is popular with locals and tourists who gather there in the early mornings and evenings. The park is one of the largest city parks in Latin America, and there is an important cultural scene surrounding it; many museums and a music hall can be found in the immediate area. Structures and monuments within the park that should be visited include the Monument of Pedro Alvares Cabral by Agostinho Vidl da Rocha, the Ibirapuera Obelisk by Galileo Ugo Emendabili, and the Monument to the Bandeiras by Victor Brecheret. There are many events held there throughout the year that visitors could attend, including the popular Sao Paulo Fashion Week.

Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral - Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP, 04002-010, Brazil, Phone: 55-11-55-74-50-45