Rio de Janeiro, which is the gem of Brazil and the heart throbbing city of Latin America, is the ultimate dream holiday destination for tourists from all over the world. It is the dreamland of every tourist that has all the wonders of nature to offer you. But the thrill and excitement does not end with the docile natural glories but is further garnished with the most wondrous and adventurous activities and thrills added to the trip. It is the tourist destination that is most desirable and at the same time most visited in the southern hemisphere. The exorbitant scenery of Rio is breathtaking, white sparkling world famous sandy beaches along with emerald sea and beautiful mountainous ranges. This is all coupled with the truly brilliant and vibrant city life that has all in there to bring your spirit dancing wildly on the streets of this sexy city. You do not need to browse and surf around the net to know what is there for you to bring fun for you in Rio because Rio has the best for all to indulge them into its mighty experience. Why wait just get going and immediately book a cheap flight to Rio de Janeiro.
Just in the centre of the great city f Rio de Janeiro there stands a spectacular hunched mountain that actually is the Corcovado Mountain. Corcovado which actually in Portuguese means hunchback is a name given to this mountain in Rio because its pointed top gives the image as if Rio has grown a hunch in the middle of it. The invariably different shape and form of the mountain make it an exciting sight.
You can access the peak of the mountain via road or most preferably by means of rail trip which departs after every half an hour. Although during the day you will be jam-packed in the long queues of visitors aiming to go up the top, so you can choose to go in the morning when the crowd will be much manageable. This granite peak is actually representative of the authentic Brazilian culture. Corcovado has been mentioned in the popular culture and especially the music of Brazil.
One may wonder what is there up on the top of Corcovado that attracts millions of tourists each year. Well look up for yourself and get enchanted by the enormous Cristo Redentor. Cristo Redentor which actually is the Christ Redeemer is a gigantic statue of Jesus Christ that is standing erect on the Corcovado peak. This iconic statue of Rio and Brazil is the largest art deco statue of Jesus in the world. This statue is the symbol of Brazilian hospitality which naturally allures visitors coming to pay homage to Brazil. Corcovado certainly holds one of the newest wonders of the world that overwhelms all those who dream to come there.
When you have touched the mountain top and have conquered your awe by being around the Christ Redeemer then do not forget to take a view of the breathtaking vision of the entire city of Rio. It is the point where you will be able to witness the best and most spectacular other attractions in the city. You will get a chance to see exotic Copacabana Ipanema beaches, another magnificent mountain the Sugarloaf Mountain, and splendid Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas lake. Moreover, you will also witness Rio’s shanty towns and the famous Maracana Stadium while there on the top. All you need to do is step up and climb up the Corcovado and absorb the authenticity of the culture of the amazing Rio.
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