Photographs cannot prepare you for Rio. Against a magical backdrop of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain, glittering emerald waters and powder-sand beaches, the leisurely Carioca life unwinds. Within easy reach of the city are the idyllic shores of pretty Paraty and lush, verdant Ilha Grande; inland, the glorious colonial cities of Minas Gerais dazzle with gold leaf and baroque buildings.
* Highlights maps and inspirational colour section, so you know what not to miss.
* Practicalities section with indispensable information on getting there and around.
* Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, drink and have fun.
* Detailed street maps for Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Ouro Preto, Belo Horizonte and other key towns.
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
Ideal for travellers looking to explore beyond Rio de Janeiro as well as getting the best of this iconic city, this Footprint Handbook will help you make the most of your trip without weighing you down.
- ISBN10 1910120642
- ISBN13 9781910120644
- Publish Date 14 March 2016
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 8 June 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Footprint Travel Guides
- Edition Revised edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 176
- Language English
- URL http://footprinttravelguides.com/latin-america/?Action=product&Product_Reference=RDJHF03