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LOCATION
Location in Brazil, east South America
• WHEN TO GO
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is winter, from May
to October: temperatures are generally pleasant, with
quite rare rains. It will be possible to pass a relaxing
time on the beaches, to sunbathe, and to try to swim in
a sea a little cool.
SIGHTSEEING
Corcovado (Cristo Redentor – Christ the Redeemer Statue)
Pedra do Sal
the place hosts
regular samba da
roda sessions every Monday
Full-Day Tailored Tour of Rio de
Janeiro
Wouldn't it be great to get to know the city
with a local
Carioca da Gema
Located on the most eventful
street of Lapa, this place is
entirely dedicated to live music.
Food and drink
Feijoada is perhaps the most famous Brazilian dish, one that's eaten by Brazilians young and old, rich and poor,
from north to south. The typical feijoada from Rio de Janeiro is made with black beans and is usually enjoyed as a
late lunch on Saturdays, often with live samba music.
Feijoada is a meal that includes the following components: black beans stewed with meat, especially pork
sausage, ribs, and dried beef; white rice; collard greens; farofa, ground manioc with herbs and small chunks of
dried meat, which provides a contrasting texture to the bean stew; orange slices; and sometimes fried bananas.
Street food vendors can be found in many locations in the city of Rio de Janeiro,
especially at the beaches and outdoor markets. Some of the most popular local street
foods include the following:
Another addition to the typical feijoada feast is a caipirinha, the famous Brazilian
drink made with cachaça (a liquor made from sugarcane), lime and sugar. Consider
the similar caipiroska, made with vodka and fruit (usually lime or even strawberry).