Fun, Frolic & Frenzy: Maxim Of Travelers At Rio Olympics 2016
The Olympic Games bring a welcome opportunity for travelers to visit different parts of the world and enjoy the prestigious tournament along with the beauty of the host city as well. This year the Olympic Games are going on in full swing at Rio, Brazil. Here’s what travelers can expect from their travel to Rio.
Nail biting excitement at the Olympics
Be it gymnastics, swimming, archery or shooting, the Olympics has managed to keep every person on the planet hooked on to their TV screens since times immemorial. The excitement only multiplies as you get closer to the venue.
Devour Lip-smacking Food
Rio boasts of amazing dining options in fine dine as well as street food. Mouth-watering delicacies such as barbecued meat, Moqueca, Cachaça, Brigaieros, pastels and many more such specialties will leave you craving for more.
Don’t make excuses for eating poorly when on vacation, go all out and binge at these amazing places –
1. Casa Da Feijoda
Feijoda, a delectable bean stew, is a specialty of Rio and Casa Da Feijoda serves the most amazing bean stew. This snug restaurant nestled in a corner of the affluent locality of Ipanema.
2. Porcao
The most patronized place for barbeque. This restaurant is always bustling with patrons and waiters carrying enticing meat.
3. Flamengo
Visit this place for the ultimate Brazilian experience — Football on TV, chilled beer, Brazilian food and swaying Brazilian music.
4. Carlota
Taste contemporary Brazilian food such as fillet steak, guava soufflé and much more.
Marvel at the enchanting architecture
The colonial architecture exudes a captivating charm about the rich culture and traditions of Rio. History runs deep in the veins of this vibrant city bustling with tourists throughout the year.
Check out these amazing architectural marvels in Rio
1. The Royal Cabinet of Reading
The building appears like a cathedral filled with books and is home to the largest collection of Portuguese works outside Portugal.
2. Rio de Janeiro Municipal Theatre
This beautiful piece of architecture stages some of the most mindblowing ballet performances and classical music concerts.
3. Old Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro
A stunning cathedral with Rococo style ornamentation, this beautiful place was a seat of the Archdiocese of San Sebastian of Rio de Janeiro.
Magnificent Man-made & Natural Assets
Wheather it is the dense rainforests of Tijuca, complete with vibrant flora and fauna, the awe-inspiring surfing waves of the Prainha, the renowned beaches like Ipanema, the Sugarloaf Mountain or the grand statue of Christ the Redeemer that overlooks the city; Rio has something for everyone.
1. Statue of Christ the Redeemer
This gigantic statue of Christ that stands 38 meters tall looks over the entire city of Rio from top of the Corcovado Mountain. It was inaugurated in 1931 and has now become the symbol of this city.
2. Sugarloaf Mountain
This mountain that rises at a height of 396 meters and offers a fantastic bird’s eye view of the city from the mouth of the Guanabara Bay. Enjoy a soul stirring view of the surrounding beaches, mountains, water bodies and forests from the top and the cable car rides.
3. Fernando de Noronha
This archipelago not very far from the city houses an extensive marine park and ecological sanctuary. Indulge in breathtaking scuba diving and snorkeling expeditions and witness the colourful marine life of the Atlantic.
Crazy Nightlife
The Rio Nightlife is a complete party package. Be audience to exceptional live music performances; dance your heart out at swanky nightclubs, attend concerts or join a hip and happening street part! Rio is a carnival for party animals.
Top Nightclubs in Pune
1. Rio Scenarium
This lavish scenerium has three floors that overlook the stage on the first floor. Magnificent dances such as the Samba are staged here. It attracts lot of tourists from across the globe.
2. Bip Bip
When in Rio, don’t leave without catching a live Roda de Samba (informal samba played around the table) at Bip Bip. You may even participate with your partner for a romantic Chorinho number on a Sunday.
3. Bar da Laje
Relax with some beer, appetizers and the famous feijoada and enjoy the Brazilian life.
4. Fosfobox
Fosfobox is the go to place if you are looking to shake your leg to the hip hop and electro sounds. This underground club is a perennial favourite among the party animals in Rio.
