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Areas of Rio de Janeiro
Areas of Rio de Janeiro can be seen on a map of the city - it is formally divided into 34 district, but the city has traditionally represented the four main areas.
Name and description of the main areas of Rio de Janeiro
Southern region (including Leblon, Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Botafogo, Lagoa): its main attractions - the statue of Christ the Redeemer (with viewing platforms should enjoy the surroundings and make amazing photo, and since around the statue of circling helicopters, you can go on a helicopter tour, valued at approximately $ 150), Flamengo Park (suitable for walks and active pastime thanks to sports courts, bicycle paths, boat station, barbecue areas, in addition, there is a museum of contemporary art and Carmen Miranda), Leblon (for wealthy tourists ), Copacabana (beach volleyball surfing + + photograph of sand sculptures), Ipanema (a safe and enjoyable swimming, prices 30% higher than in Copacabana).
Northern region: an area famous for Saenz Pena, with its cafes, restaurants complexes, boutiques and cinemas, as well as stadiums, among which the Maracana stadium (inspection tour here includes images of famous Brazilian players, locker rooms and football fields). Tourists should be aware that many of the streets are patrolled by the police of the Northern District of frequently occurring crimes and robberies here (doubtful citizens are subjected to document checks, and even searched).
Barra da Tijuca: the area is famous for its 18 km long beach of Barra Beach - thanks to the waves, he held in high esteem at the kite and windsurfers (strong waves interfere with swimming, and children here should not be left unattended).
Historic Centre: Downtown is divided into several blocks, are allocated quarterly Cinelandia and Paws (visit the national library stores a collection of old books, the Palace of Pedro Ernesto, the Municipal Theatre, Aqueduct Arcos de Lapa; and if you are interested in nightlife their leisure time should be spent Street Rua da Lapa), Carioca and Uruguayana (known confectionery Colombo park Campo do Santana). We should also mention the quarter of Santa Teresa - he is famous mosaic stairs Selarona, Orthodox Church of the Holy Zinaida, Ruins Park, tram "Bondina", which is worth a ride.
Where to stay tourists
A distinctive feature of hotels in Rio - a lack of budget hotel rooms. In this connection, it is recommended to engage in advance hotel reservation.
Many tourists prefer to be occupied in hotels in the area of Copacabana, because there is noisy and crowded. While in the area, you will always be at the center of important events. From hotels (mid-market) can be identified "Hotel Astoria Palace" and "Orla Copacabana Hotel". Find a relatively inexpensive hotels can be in the areas of Lapa and Botafogo.