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Rio de Janeiro is so much more than the white sand beaches and Carnival culture for which it is best known. A city of breathtaking beauty, it is surrounded by hills and mountains that offer panoramic views of Rio’s natural coastline.
Adventurers can try hang gliding or parasailing, while those who prefer to keep their feet on the ground can join a guided hike up one of the many trailheads for a bird’s eye view of the city. Taking an aerial cable car up the side of Sugar Loaf Mountain at sunset is a romantic way to see Rio’s skyline bathed in gold. Map
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