Location: Rio de Janeiro
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With its plentiful beaches, dramatic mountains, and backdrop of samba and bossa nova rhythms, it's easy to fall in love with Rio de Janeiro. Made famous in song, Ipanema Beach is still the place to stroll, sunbathe, and be seen. The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, beckons visitors to Corcovado Mountain. Rio’s annual Carnaval celebrations are bacchanalian extravaganzas of feasting, music, dance, and costumed revelry.
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1. A Cena Muda
2. Shopping Cidade Copacabana
3. Praca Quinze de Novembro
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Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
"Praça Quinze de Novembro" is an old square in downtown Rio. It faces the waters of "Baía de Guanabara" and the bustling traffic on the other side. And it certainly means history! At its center, a palace - "Paço Imperial" (the former imperial palace and today a cultural center), at its back a church - the impressive "Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Sé (the imperial chapel and a must visit at any time), sided by a convent - "Convento do Carmo" (where Portuguese Queen Maria I died and is actually closed). And not far from them, a water fountain - the beautiful "Chafariz do Mestre Valentim" (now completely dry) and two equestrian statues. The square was formely known as "Largo do Paço" (referring to its royal role), then it had its name ironically changed to "Praça XV de Novembro", honoring the date of the proclamation of the republic in Brazil - Nov 15th, 1889. If you are strolling downtown Rio, "Praça Quinze de Novembro" could be a good option for a visit. If touring Rio's twin city of Niterói, on the other side of the bay, is in your plans, boats leave from here. Despite its historical past, the square has been somehow neglected by Rio's authorities and deteriorates fastly. Be aware of pickpockets and avoid visiting after sunset. Enjoy!
