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Candomblé: the rhythm of religion

Candomblé: the rhythm of religion

At the stroke of midnight, as millions of people watch the spectacular fireworks and drink champagne on Copacabana Beach, others, dressed in white, rush to the shoreline to jump over seven waves in hopes of being granted seven wishes for the following year. To new...

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Your Complete Guide to Hiking the Dois Irmãos

Your Complete Guide to Hiking the Dois Irmãos

One of my favourite hikes in Rio de Janeiro has got to be Dois Irmãos. Having been up there four times now - once even to celebrate Christmas Day at the top - I feel like I’m beginning to know the way up like the back of my hand. Despite this, the view from the top...

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The Best Budget Hostels In Rio De Janeiro

The Best Budget Hostels In Rio De Janeiro

You don’t need to stay at the Copacabana Palace or the swanky Santa Teresa Hotel to enjoy some of Rio’s top spot accommodation. There are plenty of great budget hostels in Rio de Janeiro for a fraction of the price. The budget options nowadays are a far cry from the...

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