OK, I suffered when they made the soundtrack of "The Flinstones", too. But this band had a huge story , and deserves respect .They began in 70´s and made many albumes and traveled all over the world.
I really like the voice of Kate pierson, I think she´s my favorite singer , she has a tender , savage , rebel and beautiful sound. Imagine the hit "Love shack" with other singer, impossible!. Well unfortunately that song is not here, because this concert was in 1985, ;( , but if you think... Read Full Story
CHICO BUARQUE Francisco Buarque de Hollanda (born June 19, 1944 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil), popularly known as Chico Buarque, is a singer, guitarist, composer, dramatist, writer and poet. He is best known for his music, which often includes social, economic and cultural commentary on Brazil and Rio de Janeiro in particular. Son of the academic Sérgio Buarque de Hollanda, Buarque lived in several locations throughout his childhood, though mostly in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Italy. READ... Read Full Story
Rio De Janiero is the second biggest city of Brazil and also is the capital city of the state of Rio de Janeiro. The city is sometimes referred to ?The Marvelous City?, due to its history, culture and beautiful natural beauty scenes. The city has also served as the capital of the country for many years. From 1808 to 1821 Rio de Janeiro was also the capital of the great Portuguese Empire. Inside Brazil Rio de Janeiro is commonly called as just Rio. The city is mostly famous for its natural... Read Full Story
The city is culturally very rich as it unites many ethnics into its fold. The diversity has given birth to many forms of dance, music and art. The city contains many museums that will enlighten you about entire Brazil’s architectural inventiveness and the libraries will not fail to introduce with ancient Brazil and Rio de Janeiro’s history. Its National library is Latin Amrica’s biggest library.
Its fine architecture is a fine mix of 16th century buildings as well as the contemporary... Read Full Story
Nature is still alive in Rio de Janeiro in form of fascinating mountains, flourishing forests and alluring beaches. The city known for its diverse cultures and the Cariocas, as the locals are called, believes in living their lives with zeal and they describe their city as Cidade Maravilhosa – The Marvelous City.
Once there, you may increase reschedule your plan and multiply your days of staying there as the great food, traditional music, and other key attractions will not allow you to go... Read Full Story
The city is looking lively due to presence of many wide sandy beaches. During summer, beaches become the most wannabe destination for locals. However, several other destinations are also present here.
Corcovado (Hunchback)
The Mountain holds Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue, one of the greatest landmarks of the city. You can also take glimpses of the city’s best views from the spot. The statue’s height is 38 meter and it stands on the 710 meters of the Corcovado Hill.
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Bus
This mode of transportation is very inexpensive and covers all the major routes of the city hence; it has become the prime mode of transportation for the locals. There are approximately 450 bus lines. The buses are available for all the 24 hours and tickets could be bought from the conductor. It is a safe mode of transportation.
Metro
This service is made available by Metrô Rio by two sub way lines. Voyaging by metro means reaching towards your destination safely and quickly... Read Full Story
Carnival in Rio
The city is renowned worldwide for its carnival festival and it is celebrated in the month of February and continues for three days. During the festival, music, parades and dance shows are organized and samba remains an essential factor of the celebrations.
New Year
The last day of year is also celebrated with fun and many music and dance performances takes place. The locals come together on Copacabana Beach to greet a new year.
Bonfire Festival
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map: Av. Atlântica, 3432, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: : : ::: THE FACT the building takes inspiration from the neighbourhood’s stylized sidewalks designed by Roberto Burle Marx. The “Vertical Boulevard” gently traverses indoor and outdoor spaces. : : : ::: THE QUOTE. “I always wanted to see another function” Governor of the state of Rio de Janeiro in announcing that the museum will occupy the Read Full Story
The culture of Brazil is rooted in the culture of Portugal. The Portuguese settlers & immigrants brought the Catholic faith, the Portuguese language and several traditions & customs that however determine the modern-day Brazilian culture.
As a multiracial country, its culture likewise absorbed extra determines. The Amerindian peoples shaped Brazil’s language & cuisine and the Africans, brought as slaves, largely acted upon Brazil’s music, dance, cuisine and language. Italian and German... Read Full Story
