Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil and is world famous for its memorable landscape, its vibrant beach culture and for the world's best annual carnival. The harbor of Rio de Janeiro is one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of the World" and has spectacular sights including Sugar Loaf mountain, Corcovado Peak (Christ the Redeemer statue) and the Tijuca hills. Introduction to Rio de Janeiro - Culture - Location/Orientation - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado - Carnival in Rio - An unforgettable event - Sugarloaf Mountain - Beaches of Rio de Janeiro - Tijuca Forest - Favela Tours - Seeing how the other half lives in Brazil - Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas - Botanical Garden or Jardim Botanico - Morro do Leme - Santa Teresa - Escadaria Selaron - Petropolis - Passeio Publico - Museums - Museu do Indio - Museu H Stern - Museu Aerospacial - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Hotel Marbella - Hotel Americano Rio de Janeiro - Apa Hotel - Diamond Hotel - Magic Palace Hotel - Places to Eat - Couve Flor - Fellini - Zaza Bistro Tropical - Bar do Mineiro - Amir - Places to Shop - Artindia - Feira Hippie de Ipanema (Ipanema's Hippie Fair) - Souvenir Shops in Copacabana - Parceria Carioca - Beachwear Outlets"