all neighborhoods and administrative areas
are broadly divided in four regions - the
zona norte
(northern zone),
zona oeste (western zone),
zona central (central zone), and the
zona sul (southern zone).
the
zona central
is home to the historical building of the city, while the
zona oeste
is were many go to enjoy lesser known beaches and gorgeous natural sites.
typically,
zona norte
is the destination of those who wish to explore the green wonders of the
tijuca forest, as opposed to the
zona sul
were all the most famous beaches and the world famous
sugar loaf are located.