street side vendors offer an assortment of flavored shaved ice and cakes - the cantina do gaucho is always full of locals and visitors enjoying a delicious and affordable meal while admiring a gorgeous view of the city.

santa teresa has always been a sanctuary for artists, and it continues to attract a colorful variety of visitors, such as the late amy winehouse, who famously stayed at the santa teresa hotel, a gorgeous luxury hotel and lodging landmark in rio de janeiro.