ever since the days when rio de janeiro was serving as the capital of brazil,  it has continued to be the de facto cultural capital of brazil in the minds and hearts of many. in fact, the wealth of cultural assets found here can largely be attributed to the centuries in which rio functioned as the governing center of the country.

its rich history and unique carioca tradition has been wonderfully preserved and displayed in the plethora of museums that exist in the marvelous city.