originally formed underground, its abundant metamorphosed granite is a result of a combination of natural forces, such as weathering, fractures and the climate in rio de janeiro.

cablecar departures are scheduled every 20 minutes so from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm - it costs r$53 for an adult and r$26 for children (under 12-years-old) for a return trip (prices are subject to change) - the length of the cable is 1,400 meters long, and throughout the journey the views are just amazing.

on this link by ayrton, a 360 degree picture of the view of urca and copacabana from the sugar loaf can be navigated.