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My Dream Vacation. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. By Jeff Katra. Rio de Janeiro. Brazil’s second largest city and home to nearly 7 million people Was the capitol of Brazil for nearly two centuries Most visited city in the Southern Hemisphere - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
My Dream VacationRio de Janeiro, Brazil
By Jeff Katra
Rio de Janeiro
• Brazil’s second largest city and home to nearly 7 million people
• Was the capitol of Brazil for nearly two centuries
• Most visited city in the Southern Hemisphere
• Known for it’s beaches, carnival celebrations, and wonderful landmarks
Leme Beach• Named after a rudder (leme)
shaped rock• Known for its beautiful sunsets• Lined with luxurious hotels• Famous for being a fun family
location.
Christ the Redeemer
• Rio de Janeiro’s most famous landmark
• 5th largest statue of Jesus Christ in the world (130ft)
• Located on the top of Corcovado Mt.
• Constructed of reinforced concrete and soapstone between 1922 & 1931
• Named one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World” in 2007
One day I hope to make my dream of visiting Rio de Janeiro, Brazil a
reality. I’m going to work hard and save money because that is the only
way to make your dreams come true…