WHY IS RIO DE JANEIRO PROBABLY THE BEST BEACH DESTINATION IN SOUTH AMERICA?

​ME.TALK - In São Paulo, at Brazil's largest international holiday fair, it was announced that Brazil's Rio de Janeiro has been voted the best Beach Destination in South America for rainbow people. ​The vote took place earlier at the annual convention of IGLTA that took place in Buenos Aires in Argentina. And of course, the beaches of Rio welcomes everyone.

by Hanan

Rio de Janeiro is a vibrant city known for its lively culture, stunning scenery and beautiful beaches, such as as the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, and has always been an important destination for everyone. The city is home to a rich mix of history, culture and natural beauty, making it a must-visit destinations for all kinds of travellers from all over the world.

"We are always happy when Rio de Janeiro receives an award given by the people themselves. That makes the result more real,” Rio’s Tourism Secretary Antonio Pedro Figueira de Mello told The Rio Times.

"Best of all, these people are an important market for the city. They stimulate the economy and provide employment and an income for the tourism sector”, adds Antonio Pedro.

"Enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding landscape."

One of the most iconic landmarks in Rio de Janeiro is the Christ the Redeemer statue, which towers over the city from the top of Corcovado mountain. Visitors can take a scenic train ride up the mountain to the statue, where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding landscape.

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But Rio de Janeiro is not just about natural beauty - it's also a city with a rich cultural scene. From the colourful street art that adorns many of the city's walls to the lively music and dance performances that can be found in many of its bars and clubs, there's always something to see and do in Rio. And of course, no visit to Rio would be complete without experiencing the city's famous Carnival celebration, which takes place each year in the weeks leading up to Lent and is one of the largest and most colourful festivals in the world.

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Thierry Hanan Scheers
With a backpack  and hiking boots Hanan travels around the world. Destination? Somewhere, nowhere and everywhere.
backpacker and storyteller

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Gabriele Gabi via Pixabay

3 October 2016
updated 26 March 2023