World famous for its
beaches, carnival, and the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, Rio
de Janeiro is a city rich of history, culture, traditions, and
nature that go well beyond what is commonly known. Gorgeous shores,
monolithic mountains, waterfalls, untouched urban forests, islands,
and even lakes can all be found within Rio's city borders.
Military forts, beautiful churches,
museums, historical buildings,
and cultural centers scattered across neighborhoods deeply different
from one another, tell the story of a city as rich in soul as it is
in beauty, and provide a fascinating addition to Rio's spectacular
nature.
Named by UNESCO world patrimony and heritage site
in 2012, the institution awarded the title to Rio de Janeiro in
recognition of the exceptional way the city's natural settings merge
with the urban landscape, and in recognition of its diverse and
exceptional beauty.