It was at the foot of the Sugarloaf that Portuguese explorers founded the city of Rio de Janeiro in 1565. And, just as Rio in its early days was subject to attack by (mostly French) pirates and ...

Beyond the spectacle, the economic impact of the massive influx of tourists is undeniable. Restaurants, bars, tour operators, ...

This is also the season when Rio de Janeiro sees the most rainfall, so pack an umbrella. Key Events Crowds and hot summer weather dissipate in May. But don't expect Rio's humidity to disappear ...

Freya: No Rodge, he’s in Rio de Janeiro. This all used to be covered in forest but now it’s a big city. People come to live here from all around the world. Rodge: And they mainly speak Portuguese.

The Rio de Janeiro Low Carbon City Development Program (LCCDP) is a systems-approach to low carbon development, including a framework and set of comprehensive requirements to help the city to plan, ...

For a hassle-free means of transportation from Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), you'll want to get an Uber or taxi. The subway is another affordable and safe way to get around the most ...