A couple of weeks ago I returned to Rio de Janeiro. It was one of the cities I most wanted to meet for some time and my first contact was with Brazil. Although my week-long stay, it is possible to visit the 'Cidade Maravilhosa' in fewer days, intense, though.
Interestingly, and contrary to what happens with other cities of its
kind in Rio is not much to see, lots to enjoy, but it is not a city
where you calendar day passes to and fro. And this sometimes is appreciated, right?
Well, I'm here, what to visit in Rio de Janeiro?
Among the essential Rio de Janeiro are, of course, the Christ of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf, two of the most universal symbols cariocas.
My advice is to take advantage of the first sunny day you have to visit
both, because even in Rio usually good weather, usually covered by a
fog or cloud tops you spoiled best of all, the breathtaking views from
the heights .
A look great guy, what would become of Rio de Janeiro without its extraordinary beaches?
Rio de Janeiro can boast of having an excellent hotel infrastructure.
Many of the largest chains in the world are here, usually in huge
buildings that dominate the first line of beaches like Copacabana or
Ipanema.
If you want something smaller, more personalized that allows you to
measure the pulse of the city, do as I do and committed to a boutique hotel. In my case I visited two of the most important, the first by new, Casa Mosquito, and the second by the reputation that precedes him, Mama Ruisa. Both, with many similarities and many differences, they loved.
Casa Mosquito I prefer its central location, personalized service and
unbeatable breakfast that made me start the day clad in a "vibes" that
was not normal. Also, the rooftop pool is one of the most beautiful and sexy city. And only 9 rooms!
Mama Ruisa responds to a style between kitsch and naive, it's like sleeping in a house that could well be-and has been-magazine cover. Of those that look and sigh in plan, but these houses really exist? It has only 8 rooms and their breakfasts may not be as inspiring as those of Casa Mosquito, but its location in the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, is perfect to visit the less commercial side (and a bit dangerous) in Rio de Janeiro . Mama Ruisa From the hotel you can go walking, for example, to the famous Escadaria Selarón,
the stairs that the Chilean artist Jorge Selarón dressed in colorful
mosaics and whose visit should not be missed in Rio de Janeiro.
The pace in the veins, what is the best place to hear samba?
Okay, we're hungry. Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro?
Recommendations:
1. Move Taxi are cheap and safe. The are everywhere.
2. Buy, eating and drinking is also cheap-unless you end up at the site of fashion-and in most places you can pay by card.
3. The currency is the Brazilian Real is 4 € 1 BRL, approximately.
4. I had the impression that the city was as dangerous as I had been told, still have to take some precautions, like anywhere in the world. Beware better phones and jewelry at home.
5. The best bottled water.
6. In neighborhoods such as Santa Teresa and Lapa must exercise caution at night. The strolling best left to the light of day.
Well, I'm here, what to visit in Rio de Janeiro? 
Among the essential Rio de Janeiro are, of course, the Christ of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf, two of the most universal symbols cariocas.
My advice is to take advantage of the first sunny day you have to visit
both, because even in Rio usually good weather, usually covered by a
fog or cloud tops you spoiled best of all, the breathtaking views from
the heights .
Access both, despite being in opposite directions, it can not be easier; take a taxi to your destination (always one of the yellow, are everywhere, are very inexpensive and completely safe). The entrance to Sugarloaf
costs about 17 € and promotion is divided into two sections unsuitable
for people with heart or vertigo, like me, I had to make great efforts
to keep his eyes open.
In the first level you have several restaurants, shops, many tourists
and stunning views of the city, still better when second aboard the
cable car you get to the top. Really impressive. In the case of the famous Christ the Redeemer, the best option is to board the train, but there are several bus transfer in offering their services at the railway station because often huge queues are organized and there is a long wait.
Admission costs about 12 €, including train, a journey of about 20 minutes.
The greatest symbol of the city shines an impressive 30 meters high and
proud to be the largest art deco statue in the world -and famosa-.
Before downloading, make a stopover at the coffee shop you'll find next
to the stairs and take air sipping one of the best mango juice find in
Rio de Janeiro.
A look great guy, what would become of Rio de Janeiro without its extraordinary beaches?
Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon are the three most representative
beaches of Rio to be the first one -and you will forgive me for
topicazo- which I liked. Despite the eternal struggle between them on which is which is more fashionable, I love myself completely crescent of Copacabana and it was a real pleasure to walk its more than 4 
kilometer walk along the shore (not without making a stop along the way
to enjoy a caipirinha in any of the kittens you find along the beach
while the first notes sound of bossa nova).
kilometer walk along the shore (not without making a stop along the way
to enjoy a caipirinha in any of the kittens you find along the beach
while the first notes sound of bossa nova).
If you are thinking of traveling to Rio de Janeiro and have a guide in
your hands, you will see that one of the essential places to visit is
recommended fabulous Botanical Garden. Of course it is, but without any intention of desmerecerlo, I am left with the Paque Lage, smaller, equally exotic and attention, over coffee in his perfect interior for a weekend brunch. In addition, there is usually always contemporary art exhibitions in its main building. And they have wifi, which is welcome (it's the picture you can see above on the left)
To cure jet lag where to stay in Rio de Janeiro? 
Rio de Janeiro can boast of having an excellent hotel infrastructure.
Many of the largest chains in the world are here, usually in huge
buildings that dominate the first line of beaches like Copacabana or
Ipanema.
If you want something smaller, more personalized that allows you to
measure the pulse of the city, do as I do and committed to a boutique hotel. In my case I visited two of the most important, the first by new, Casa Mosquito, and the second by the reputation that precedes him, Mama Ruisa. Both, with many similarities and many differences, they loved.
Casa Mosquito I prefer its central location, personalized service and
unbeatable breakfast that made me start the day clad in a "vibes" that
was not normal. Also, the rooftop pool is one of the most beautiful and sexy city. And only 9 rooms! 
Mama Ruisa responds to a style between kitsch and naive, it's like sleeping in a house that could well be-and has been-magazine cover. Of those that look and sigh in plan, but these houses really exist? It has only 8 rooms and their breakfasts may not be as inspiring as those of Casa Mosquito, but its location in the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, is perfect to visit the less commercial side (and a bit dangerous) in Rio de Janeiro . Mama Ruisa From the hotel you can go walking, for example, to the famous Escadaria Selarón,
the stairs that the Chilean artist Jorge Selarón dressed in colorful
mosaics and whose visit should not be missed in Rio de Janeiro.
To listen, dance and above all to have fun, go to Carioca da Gema, local most mythical city.
They have an interesting musical program and concerts here do not
listen, feel and dance and not be hard on the track will grip any
Brazilian to teach four-step dance. Let yourself go, the atmosphere is great in this place where they dance to the waiters while serving the delicious caipirinhas. And if someone recommends Rio Scenarium
well, but Carioca da Gema is much more authentic and more beautiful,
and true New Yorker air oozing with exposed brick walls (see video
below).
Okay, we're hungry. Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro?
I confess that, oh no, the food was a little disappointed in Rio de Janeiro.
Everything was very good, but I found nothing that would make me lose
differential sense (the caipirinhas do not count in this case). One of the trendiest restaurants in town is Bazzar, where I booked a table for my last night in town as a "will say goodbye in style." And man, the place is very nice, modern and with a super cool atmosphere, but the food and service, which is most important, very standard. European prices (about 40 € pp with wine). Restaurants like Aprazível (which terrace 
what a view !, pictured above) and Espirito Santa, a local unpretentious no, a service of ten one simple meal as tasty as were my two favorite restaurants in Rio de Janeiro. Both are located in Santa Teresa, so if you stay at Mama Ruisa, you have them really close. At the end, take a coffee at Cafecito, a cafeteria that can not have more charm. And do not leave Rio without visiting Urca, a quiet tourist district and nothing you do not hear speaking guides.
what a view !, pictured above) and Espirito Santa, a local unpretentious no, a service of ten one simple meal as tasty as were my two favorite restaurants in Rio de Janeiro. Both are located in Santa Teresa, so if you stay at Mama Ruisa, you have them really close. At the end, take a coffee at Cafecito, a cafeteria that can not have more charm. And do not leave Rio without visiting Urca, a quiet tourist district and nothing you do not hear speaking guides.
It is located almost at the foot of Sugarloaf and save a few insider secret, one of them is the Bar Urca
(left), a place where the ideal is to go buy typical food like cod
fritters, pies or squid -buenísimo all-, cross the street and eat,
please do not forget the caipirinha, sitting on the boardwalk facing
mixed with locals sea.
Recommendations:
1. Move Taxi are cheap and safe. The are everywhere.
2. Buy, eating and drinking is also cheap-unless you end up at the site of fashion-and in most places you can pay by card.
3. The currency is the Brazilian Real is 4 € 1 BRL, approximately.
4. I had the impression that the city was as dangerous as I had been told, still have to take some precautions, like anywhere in the world. Beware better phones and jewelry at home.
5. The best bottled water.
6. In neighborhoods such as Santa Teresa and Lapa must exercise caution at night. The strolling best left to the light of day.
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