ABOUT RIO

Rio de Janeiro is located at the Southeast Region of Brazil. It is the second largest city in Brazil and the 26th largest in the world. Rio is the most visited city in the southern hemisphere and is known for its breathtaking landmarks, amazing landscapes and for the unique spirit of its people. The population of Brazil is 203,429,773 (July 2011 est.) with approximately 6.1 million living in Rio de Janeiro.