Further afield, along the path towards Botafogo, one is faced with an awe-inspiring panorama of sugar loaf Mountain - the most intimate and affective view of the site in Rio - Once safely on the bay of botafogo beach, christ the redeemer can be seen looming majestically over the high-rise buildings.

At dusk, the sun hangs just above the statue, creating a beautiful layering of colour and shadow, and casting a glimmering light on the water below - On the beach, groups of footballers young and old, can be found tirelessly competing, an opportunity to capture on film the quintessentially Brazilian infatuation with the sport against the city's magnificent backdrop.

The stretch of land between flamengo and botafogo offers a wonderful expanse for photographers to capture the diversity of its luscious greenery, commanding mountains, bright beaches and beautiful waters.