Rio gain a new museum

Rio de Janeiro could not have gotten a better birthday present. Cariocas and tourists now have another cultural event to attend. Museu de Artes do Rio (MAR), Rio de Janeiro’s Art Museum, opens its doors with four simultaneous exhibits, gathered in 160 thousand square feet, at Praça Maua, bringing together a collection that spans from Aleijadinho to Tarsila do Amaral.MAR is the first major cultural space at Praça Mauá built within the project of...

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38th World Youth Day 2013 - WYD 2013

Date: July/23 to July/28 Organization: Arquidiocese do Rio de Janeiro Telephone: 2292-3132 / 2532-7300Site: http://www.rio2013.comPlace: a definirDescription: The city of Rio de Janeiro is the host for this catholic event in 2013. More than two million young people are expected for the World Youth Day (WYD). According to the Archbishop of Rio, a committee of the Pontifical Council for the Laity will come to Rio in the end of February 2012. From...

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FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013

Date: June/15 to June/30Organization: FIFASite: http://pt.fifa.com/Description:FIFA (The International Federation of Association Football) hosts their Confederations Cup every four years, and the 9th edition will be held in Brazil in 2013 from June 15th to 30th. Eight teams are part of the soccer championship: the champions of the 2010 World Cup, the six champions of the continent, and Brazil, the host country.The Confederations Cup will also serve...

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25th Super Rio Expofood 2013

Date: March/20 to March/22 Site: http://www.superrio.com.brAddress: Av. Salvador Allende, 6.555 - Barra da Tijuca - Tel. 3035-9100Place: Riocentro - Pavilhão 4Description:Super Rio Expofood is an annual gathering of thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals in the industries of Supermarkets, Bakeries, Catering, Franchising, Restaurants and Convenience Stores. The aim of this event is to lessen the gap between professionals in the sector and to...

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Rio Verão Festival 2013

Date: March/16 Site: http://ww.rioveraofestival.com.brAddress: Rua Marquês de Sapucaí, s/ nº - Cidade NovaPlace: Praça da ApoteoseDescription:Created by Record Rio and Adma Entretenimento. Sponsored by Rio City Hall.A great Brazilian music festival is now on its second edition. Rio Verão Festival 2013 features concerts by renowned national musicians, such as Michel Teló, Chiclete com Banana, Capital Inicial, O Rappa and Revelação. Rodrigo Faro...

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Arena Copacabana Hotel: special accomodation in a remarkable scenary

In front of Copacabana beach there is the brand new hotel, the Arena Copacabana Hotel. In addition to be located on the most famous beach in the world, the guests are close to main touristic attractions such as the Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. From there it is easy to get to cultural places such as theaters and museums and Rio´s nightlife. When booking a Deluxe Room or a Superior Room, the guest receives a special treat– a seafront...

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Boutique hotel with only seven bedrooms has one of the most stunning views of the city

Those who pass through the elevated “Elevado do Joá” road which connects the South Zone of Rio to Barra da Tijuca in the western region of the city can see many mansions embedded in the mountain above the sea, and certainly must consider what a privileged view these homes must enjoy. Few people realize that between the mansions is hidden one of the most unique hotel options in the city, La Suite Rio. It is breathtaking when the door of this discreet...

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Hostels: comfort and entertainment without spending too much

Hostels: comfort and entertainment without spending too muchAn excellent alternative on housing for young people who would like to visit Rio de Janeiro without spending too much are the countless hostels around the city. By putting together comfort, fun and money saving, the guests get to enjoy their stay and meet people of different cultures, from all over the world. For those who think that low costs mean dubious infrastructure – the hostels in...

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Extreme Sports at Parque da Catacumba

Zipline, canopy climbing, base tree climbing, wall climbing and rappellingAll those looking for a little adventure and ecotourism in the city should check out Parque da Catacumba, close to Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas. The park is home to Rio’s first adventure circuit created within a environmentally protected area. Since 2009, Lagoa Aventuras company created activities for children and adults that include zipline, canopy climbing, base tree climbing,...

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Galocantô at Trapiche Gamboa

Group brightens the evening with their samba circle Come see Galocantô’s fantastic samba circle alive and kicking, at Trapiche Gamboa, this Saturday. In addition to songs from the band’s  two CDs, many samba classic will be revisited. The show starts at 10.30 pm, and tickets cost $ 20. The elements of this samba group are Rodrigo Carvalho (vocals and percussion), Leo Costinha, Edson Cortes and Lula Matos (percussion and vocals), Pablo Amaral...

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Parque Lage

Enjoy the city withy kids Spending the day at Parque Lage is one of the most enjoyable children’s tours in Rio de Janeiro. The park is located between Corcovado Hill and the Botanical Gardens, and picnic areas, lakes, gardens and trails are available, allowing for a relaxing family trip that explores the natural beauty of the park. Start your day with a breakfast at Café du Lage, including fruit, warm bread, homemade jams and other delicacies....

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Version by Ron Daniels on show until April

William Shakespeare’s widely interpreted play now gets a Brazilian version at the hands of director Ron Daniels. This new version of “Hamlet” features Thiago Lacerda as the young Danish prince, haunted by his doubts on whether he should honor his dead father’s will and kill his uncle. The show is on at Teatro Tom Jobim, at Jardim Botânico, until April 14th. After a successful season in São Paulo, “Hamlet” comes to Rio de Janeiro with the responsibility...

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Duel of aces in the sands of Copacabana

For the third consecutive year, the sands of Copacabana host the Footvolley 4x4 Championship. On March 9th and 10th, some of the biggest superstars in the world of footvolley gather at the arena across from Copacabana Palace Hotel. Admission to the games is free. Eight teams will be fighting for the title, two of which will be representing Brazil. The team led by Renato Gaúcho is the current champion, and the favorite to win this year’s cup....

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Festival offers music for all tastes

On March 16th, the Holy Ground of Samba, aka Praça da Apoteose, hosts Rio Verão Festival2013, a summer festival of Brazilian popular music that brings together, in a single day, huge MPB artist, famous in Brazil and worldwide. 30 thousand people are expected to attend. Last year, the festival’s first edition was held at Engenhão, and it was an eclectic and diverse event, with music for allt astes. Rio VerãoFestival is now on in its second edition,...

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2nd Military Congress of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Date: March/08 to March/10 Site: http://www.ortopediamilitar.com Address: Av. Lúcio Costa, 2.630 - Barra da Tijuca - Tel. 2195-5000 Place: Windsor Barra Hotel Description: This  Congress aims to promote the excellence of Military Orthopedic Services for residents and new professionals in the specialty, as well as to create a change in the image of the sector. It is also a great opportunity to bring services and professionals closer, thereby...

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Their themed-samba, "Negra, Pérola mulher", was a delight to all

After 18 years, Império da Tijuca will parade alongside Special Group schools once more in 2014. The samba school from Morro da Formiga, in Rio’s North Side, became the first champion for newly created Group A, with 300.0 points. “Carnavalesco” Junior Pernambucano was in charge of a Marquês de Sapucaí parade for the first time, and his debut impressed the jurors, due mostly to the sophistication of the floats and costumes. Their themed-samba,...

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The samba school from Noel neighborhood thrilled the audiences with their rural workers themed samba

The victory by Unidos de Vila Isabel, the new Special Group 2013 champion, was celebrated by all. The school from Noel neighborhood thrilled the audiences with their themed samba, which told the life story of a Brazilian farmer. Their samba beat was an anthological one, created by André Diniz, Martinho da Vila, Arlindo Cruz, Tunico da Vila and Leonel. This is the third championship won by Vila Isabel, including 1988’s victory, with "Kizomba,...

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Rio de Janeiro – Rio Surf Bus

If you are far away from the West Zone beaches and want to get to know them, just for a visit or perhaps for surfing, the RIO SURF BUS is an excellent choice. Leaving from Largo do Machado, right in front the subway station, towards to Prainha; you pay only R$5,00 for each one way tour. Besides the beautiful scenery of the landscape along the way, the passenger can watch to surf videoclips and use the minibar aboard; of course the bus...

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Useful Informations

Visas and passports An entry visa is not required for holders of passports from European or South American countries. As a matter of reciprocity, a visa is required for those from North America. For further information about the necessary documentation and where visas can be obtained, consult a travel agent. Tourist visas can be renewed for a period of 180 days per year. Passports must be valid for at least six months after the planned date of arrival in Brazil. Voltage In the majority of Brazilian cities the electric current is...

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History of Rio de Janeiro

The city is mentioned officially for the first time when the second Portuguese exploratory expedition, commanded by Gaspar Lemos, arrived in January, 1502, at the bay, which the seafarer assumed understandably that it was the mouth of a river, thus giving the name to region of Rio de Janeiro (River of January). However, only in 1530 did the Portuguese court send an expedition to colonize the area, rather than continuing using it simply...

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LGBT: Cosmopolitan and Wallpaper parties at The Week

The parties takes place every Saturday The Cosmopolitan party is hosted every Saturday at The Week, in the City Center. Different DJs play progressive and tribal house each week at the main floor, while The Wallpaper Project takes over The Docas floor, shaking the night for the pop crowd, with the dance hits of the season. Resident DJs Falcao, Gustavo Junior and Flávio Lima run the party. Services: The Week: Cosmopolitan and Wallpaper Parties Every...

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A day at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas

Enjoy the city with kids Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas is one of Rio’s postcards, and it also has an array of activities for tourists and locals. Enjoy the stunning views while sipping an ice-cold coconut water or rent a swan-shaped paddleboat and go for a lap around the lagoon with the kids in tow. Parque dos Patins was reopened for skates and bikes earlier this year, after undergoing renovations. The bike path that runs through the park was...

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End the day at Arpoador beach

End the day at Arpoador beach One of the beaches most favored by Cariocas and tourists, for the beauty of its landscape and for surfing, both in summer and winter. It is 800m long, stretching between Forte de Copacabana fort and Rua Francisco Otaviano street with Av. Vieira Souto avenue. The name of the place is due to the fact that, in the past, it was possible to harpoon whales from its shores. Do not miss visiting the rocks at Arpoador,...

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Casa Ameno Resedá brings good music and food together at Catete

Casa Ameno Resedá brings good music and food together at Catete Casarão Ameno Resedá brings Rio de Janeiro a new entertainment space and a vibrant energy to the city’s cultural scene. The three floor space joins fun, music and food, and hopes to become the city’s new cultural reference spot. Apparently, there is nothing to stop it from achieving this goal. Casarão Ameno Resedá, at Rua Bento Lisboa number 4, at Catete, has a special acoustic...

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Hostels: comfort and entertainment without spending too much

Hostels: comfort and entertainment without spending too much An excellent alternative on housing for young people who would like to visit Rio de Janeiro without spending too much are the countless hostels around the city. By putting together comfort, fun and money saving, the guests get to enjoy their stay and meet people of different cultures, from all over the world. For those who think that low costs mean dubious infrastructure – the hostels...

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OOJazz! at Brasserie Rosário

Jazz happy hour happens every thursday in Rio´s downtown The event that transforms downtown area of Rio in New Orleans takes place every Thursday at Brasserie Rosário. The unique mix of African and European music, conquered a lot of fans in Rio. The experience of the musicians Altair Martins (trumpet), Gallus Bachmann (clarinet), Peter Aune (bass and tuba) and Peter Allen (banjo), which forms the Orleans The Original Jazz, is the high point...

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Trails and waterfalls without leaving Rio

The inspiring city of Rio de Janeiro Surrounded by mountains and by the sea, Rio de Janeiro is an inspiring city. The extensive variety of choices of entertainment out in the open make it even more attractive for tourists willing to interact with nature and to enjoy the beauty of the Wonderful City. Rio can offer you many quiet places, real oasis of peace and tranquility amongst the hustle and bustle of the city. Dated of the time of the...

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Guitane Gypsy Jazz at Brasserie Rosário

Special night of gypsy jazz every wednesday Opening the jazzy week at Brasserie Rosário, the Guitane - Gypsy Jazz  presents with his unique style on Wednesdays. The gypsy jazz, also known as 'Gypsy swing' or 'Manouche', is the part that goes on show, with dancing rhythms produced by the violin, gypsy guitar and acoustic played by the musicians Pedro Araujo, Carol and Peter Panesi Aune, responsible for the excited happy hour in...

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Forró at Pedra do Sal

The best music for dancing at the birth place of Rio’s samba Caramuela band leads the new “forro” circle in town, bringing hundreds of people to each event. The party takes place at Pedra do Sal, a historic site that witnessed the birth of Rio’s samba, as well as the creation of music by artists such as Donga, Cartola and João da Baiana, who made their names in the side streets of Morro da Conceição. Caramuela band mixes “xote”, “xaxado”,...

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LGBT: X-Tudo at Galeria Café

Party features many different music styles Come to Galeria Café on Wednesdays for a midweek party. X-Tudo involves a veritable smorgasbord of rhythms, with a bit of every beat: current remixes b-sides, mashups, Latin music and some MPB (Popular Brazilian Music). A different show is scheduled each week, plus resident DJ, Candelot Dudu, who’s the man in charge of the dance floor. This week’s guests are Almanaque Música Pop no Cinema, and DJ...

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Paraty

Paraty is one of the most enchanting scenery of the State of Rio Listed as a National Historic Landmark, the city emerged in the century. XVIII, when he was the main port to drain the gold brought from Minas Gerais. Squeezed between the sea and mountains, still retains the typical houses of that time in the Historic Center, consisting of preserved colonial mansions, churches of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries by slaves and streets...

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Angra dos Reis

Angra dos Reis has no less than 365 islands sprinkled in a sea of green and crystal, and two thousand beaches filled with natural beauty. Encircled by the Atlantic and bathed in emerald-green sea for luxury condominiums, resorts and hotels that host travelers seeking the best for your holidays and weekends. The best is a short distance: only 160 km - about 2 hours by car - this paradise apart from Rio A stroll around Angra should start, no...

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Búzios

Just over 170 km away from the river separating one of the most popular beaches of Brazil, Armação dos Búzios - Búzios or just for the 8 km íntimos.A peninsula surrounded by islands and beaches gained city status in 1995, but worldwide fame came long before that, when he was just a district of Cabo Frio. The simple fishing village was never the same after the visit of French actress Brigitte Bardot, in 1964, drawing worldwide attention to...

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Petrópolis

Petropolis is located 68 km from Rio The site was discovered in 1830 by D. Peter I. Delighted with the climate and beauty of the place, he bought a farm there. Thirteen years later, his son King Pedro II gave rise to the city, built to host the Court. Even today Petrópolis charm of those days of glory, saving the aristocratic mansions of the barons, earls and viscounts, located near the Imperial Palace - now a beautiful museum, where is the...

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27th Angiology and Vascular Surgery Meeting

Date: March/14 to March/16 Organization: Sociedade Brasileira de Angiologia e Cirurgia Vascular Regional Rio de Janeiro - SBACV-RJ Telephone: 2533-7905 Site: http://www.sbacvrj.com.br Address: Avenida Lucio Costa, 2630 - Barra da Tijuca - Tel. 2195-5000 Place: Hotel Windsor Barra Description: Parallel event - 2nd Brazilian Meeting on Chronic Injuries Treatment This event promotes the meeting of Brazilian and international professionals and the...

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The 11th New AG International Conference and Exhibition

Date: March/13 to March/15 Site: http://www.newaginternational.com Address: Av. Aquarela do Brasil, 75 - São Conrado Place: Royal Tulip Rio de Janeiro Description: IFA and New Ag International have agreed to partner again and co-organize the third conference on this topic of growing importance.The conference will be held on 12-13 March 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in conjunction with the 11th New Ag International conference, which will immediately...

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3rd International Conference on Slow and Controlled Release and Stabilized Fertilizers

Date: March/12 to March/13 Site: http://www.newaginternational.com Address: Av. Aquarela do Brasil, 75 - São Conrado - Tel 3323-2200 Place: Royal Tulip Rio de Janeiro Description: The market for slow- and controlled-release and stabilized fertilizers develops at sustained pace. Traditionally, these products have mainly been applied to specialty crops. However, they increase progressively their market share in the broad acre crop sector (e.g. in...

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Beach Volleyball World Championship

Date: March/06 to March/08 Site: http://www.futevolei.com.br Address: Av. Atlântica Place: Copacabana Beach (across from Hotel Copacabana Palace) Description: As usual, Rio becomes the host for many major sporting events in the summer, such as the Beach Volleyball World Championship. This year’s event brings eight players from the top two beach volleyball teams to Rio. The 4x4 Brazilian Championshipis to be held on January 26thand 27th, in G...

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448th anniversary of the founding of the city of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Date: March/01 Address: Largo da Carioca - Centro Description: Promoters: SARCA - Sociedade Amigos da Rua da Carioca e Adjacências General Coordination: Roberto Cury Rio de Janeiro was founded by Estacio de Sá on March 1st, 1565. The city was named after a mistake made by André Gonçalves, the leader of the expedition of the newly discovered land of Brazil. On January 1st, 1502, the navigator found a firth, which he thought to be a river mouth,...

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Corrida das Cores (Colorful Running)

Date: February/24 Site: http://corridadascores.com Address: Aterro do Flamengo Place: em frente ao Monumento aos Pracinhas Description: This 5km (3.1 miles) race brings a lot of color to Aterro do Flamengo. Hundreds of runners are taking part in this event, which seeks to disseminate the idea of nurturing fun habits, healthy lifestyle choices and the use of happiness and wellbeing as a universal languag...

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Correio Mundial e América Expressa 2013 - Conference and Exhibit

Date: February/26 to February/28 Site: http://www.triangle.eu.com Address: Av. Lúcio Costa, 2.630 - Barra da Tijuca - Tel. 2195-5000 Place: Windsor Barra Hotel Description: Topics to be discussed include the future of transnational postal service. Also to be addressed is the evolutionary role of the postal service in several areas, such as direct marketing, the growth of electronic commerce and client packages (both national and international),...

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Rio Content Market 2013

Date: February/20 to February/22 Site: http://www.riocontentmarket.com.br Address: Av. Lúcio Costa, 1.430 - Barra da Tijuca - Tel. 2195-5000 Place: Winsor Barra Description: The purpose of this event is to promote the exchange of information and ideas, promote new business opportunities and present innovations and technological trends, as well as to consolidate Rio as the largest market for multiplatform audiovisual content in Latin Americ...

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Surf for all tastes

There are several beaches and lagoons to be discovered The vocation of Rio de Janeiro for the practice of sports is clear. There are several beaches and lagoons to be discovered as well as peaks and mountains to be reached. And to move your body, just choose your activity and go on around the city playing sports. Along this path, two modalities stand up: The Stand up paddle and Kitesurfing. The history of Stand up paddle blends with the...

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Buteco dos Brunos Favellas

Bruno Ribas and Bruno Sales take over the party Lapa is a party spot, no matter which day of the week. Every Tuesday, Favellas samba venue hosts Buteco the Brunos. This is an especially made evening for lovers of samba and MBB (Good Brazilian Music). Don’t miss this chance to sing along and dance to classics of the genre. Bruno Ribas and Bruno Sales are in charge of the fun. Bruno Ribas was part of Tia Doca band and is the nephew of singer...

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Come have fun in Rio’s West Side

Strike and HotZone at Barra Shopping Are you a fan of adrenaline? Barra Shopping is one of the largest shopping centers in town, where a number of attractions for children and adolescents are available, allowing parents to go shopping, go to the movies or dine in one of the many restaurants. HotZone is a 350 arcade game and rides area, including a bowling alley called Striker, which features 20 lanes. HotZone also has also made new additions...

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Flashback Party at Nuth

10 years on and still livening up Mondays in Barra Confounding those who think Monday is a night to stay at home, Nuth Lounge continues to tempt hundreds onto the dancefloor.  The night club, in Barra da Tijuca, uses the classic sounds of the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s as the formula for this 10 year success story.  Young and old alike mix at the Flashback party, amongst them both loyal regulars and new visitors, united in their celebration...

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Worker’s Samba at Clube Renascença

Samba Circle to start off the week A group of samba dancers decided to get together at Clube Renascença, in Tijuca, and get the week started on a good note. Worker’s Samba is a circle dedicated to all workers and to those looking to relax on Mondays, even though they might not even have to take on the entire work week. But the schedule is not conducive to working hours: it starts at 4.30 pm and ends at 9pm. However, during those five hours...

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Richahs at Carioca da Gema

Samba circle shakes up Lapa on Monday nights Richahs is considered to be samba’s Pavarotti, and is now in charge on Monday samba circle at Carioca da Gema, at Lapa. His low and melodic voice has set the tone for some incredible evenings at Sapucaí for samba schools like Império Serrano, and is now rocking the night away with sambas, pagode and some very familiar tunes by carioca samba schools. Entry for the event is R$21. Services Samba...

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