Rio de Janerio, Many Cities In One

Rio de Janeiro, known for its beauty, and is one of the most interesting cities in the world. Placed between miles of beaches and mountains, Rio has developed into a primate city for Brazil, second only to Sao Paulo. Founded in 1567, Rio has grown into one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. With a population of over 11 million, Rio is home to many different faces and is considered the cultural heart of Brazil. From the pre-Lentin carnival to their love for soccer and from the wealthy beaches of Copacabana, Leblon, and Ipanema to the extremely poor living in hillside favelas, Rio makes up a diverse population.

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To study more about the city, follow the list below.

o History of Rio
Follow the history of the city of Rio de Janeiro from its founding to the present day.
o Geography Of Rio
Understand how Rio has urbanized and adapted to fit into its physical environment.
o The Three Zones
Rio can be divided into three distinct zones; the north,the central and the southern zones. Click to see examples of each.
o The Favelas
The favelas are where the extremely poor have built their houses on the hillsides. Click to explore this development phenomena and understand the people who live there.
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For a list of sources, see the Bibliography

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