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19 breathtaking photos of Rio from above

With nearly 3 million international tourists visiting every year, the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South America.

  11/08/2016 14:13
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And despite recent coverage of Olympic sized-troubles, Rio de Janeiro is still known the world over for its beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and raucous Carnival celebration. Now, with the world watching, Rio de Janeiro is hosting the 2016 Olympic Games and is the first South American city to do so.

Catch a glimpse of this magnificent city and its famous landmarks in the aerial photos below.

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The city is nestled on the mountainous shores of Guanabara Bay on the Atlantic Ocean. The entrance of the bay is guarded by the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain.

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Over 6 million people live in Rio, making it Brazil's second largest city. Many Cariocas live in favelas, or slums.

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Boating is extremely popular in Rio, and there are numerous boat and yacht clubs dotting the coastline.

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There are nearly 50 miles of stunning beaches, and the waters stay warm year-round.

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With average temperatures never dipping below 70ºF, Rio is the perfect place to relax on the beach any time of the year.

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The sandy shores of Copacabana Beach are often used for concerts and festivals.

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Surfing is hugely popular. Beachgoers watch the waves at Vermelha beach.

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Sports are an important aspect of life in Rio de Janeiro — soccer (football) fields are everywhere.

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The city won the bid to host the 2016 Olympics. Despite optimism coming into the project, many are concerned about the state of the venues with the Opening Ceremony just days away.

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As the city prepares for the Olympics, budget and time concerns are starting to surface.

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The athletes' village will be in the western zone of Rio, in the neighborhood of Barra de Tijuca.

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The city has many beautiful parks, both old and new.

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The city's most famous landmark, the Cristo Redentor, was completed in 1931 on the peak of the Corcovado, a 2,300-foot mountain overlooking the city.

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Cable cars run over the Complexo Alemao, a large neighborhood in northern Rio.

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The city's southern quarter is incredibly affluent and is home to some of South America's most expensive real estate.

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Rio de Janeiro celebrated its 450th anniversary in March 2015.

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The city's highway system is extensive and traffic is common.

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The city's most famous event, the Rio Carnival, is a lavish six-day religious celebration dating back to 1723.

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The nearby town of Saquarema is known as Brazil's surfing capital; here, the waves break near the beautiful town church.   Source Businessinsider
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