Rio de Janeiro

“I’ve been to cities that never close down, from New York to Rio and old London town.” The most famous city in South America, Rio is a place of contrast. A playground for the rich, and a town full of poverty and crime. Religious and hedonistic.

The statue of Christ the Redeemer stands high over Rio de Janeiro.

Strangely enough, it is not that big - only 38 metres high - but it is still impressive.

The Corcovado draws crowds, not just to see the statue, but also for the magnificant views.

The Surgar Loaf is also a popular attraction.

You get to the top by riding the cable car.

The famous beach of Copacabana and the concrete jungle behind it.

Ipanema beach is the same.