a specially designed pagoda sits atop of the viewpoint, so visitors can soak up the incredible sights while shaded from the sun. the monument is considered the largest in honour of an eastern country throughout latin america and is accessible from the alto da boa vista, which runs between tijuca and barra de tijuca.

two enormous pillars mark the landmark's entrance, which commemorates the chinese farmers who were initially brought to rio de janeiro during the first half of the 19th century, from the portuguese colony of macau. they chose the elevated spot to test the fertility of the brazilian soil in order to determine if it was suitable for growing tea.