ricardo eletro was opened in 1989 in minas gerais, and started expanding 2007 to other brazilian regions such as espírito santo, bahia, the federal district of brasilia, and of course rio de janeiro, among others - the store specializes in electronic goods for the home, including freezers, air-conditioners, and washing machines.

additonally one can also find products as diverse as suitcases, furniture, contact lenses, perfume, watches, and even musical instruments - for more information on ricardo eletro, such as store locations, visit their official website here.

avenida rio branco is located in rio's downtown neighborhood of centro, where the old building edifício central stands - this 'central building' made its debut in the 20-century with its modernist style architecture, 37 floors, filled with professional offices and companies, as well as a huge concentration of consumer electronics, professional equipment, and servicing, which the underground level and the first three floors are dedicated to.

it is a very common for carioca's to pruchase computers, cell phones, cameras, tvs, and other electronics in the lower levels of edifício central - there are also various stores, bars & restaurants, internet cafes, and even a cinema, amongst other establishments.