Join us as we visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the reality is much more crowded ...

Oct 1 (Reuters) - Following are some facts about Brazil's beachside city of Rio de Janeiro, which is in the running to host the 2016 Olympics. The decision will be announced in Copenhagen on Friday. - ...

Carnival is one of the biggest cultural expressions in Brazil. Image via Shutterstock Rio de Janeiro, often called the "Marvelous City," is a vibrant tapestry woven from diverse cultural, historical, ...

(Reuters) - Following are some facts about Brazil's beachside city of Rio de Janeiro, which on Friday won the vote to host the 2016 Olympics. * The city got its name from Portuguese explorer Gaspar ...