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In the foothills of Corcovado, you will find the P

In the foothills of Corcovado, you will find the Parque Lage Mansion. On a clear day, you can see the Christ The Redeemer statue overlooking the pool (my visit was on a rainy day 🙃)
Built in 1811, and revamped in 1920 by owner and architect Mario Vodret. His style was quite different, mixing trends of the time, framing his works within the period of art called eclectic. Vodrets Italian opera singer, wife Gabriella Besanzoni, would perform on the terrace overlooking the pool).
Today, the estate is owned by the city of Rio de Janiero. There is a cafe with seating around the pool, and also a small art gallery located in a smaller building on the grounds. A nice way to spend an afternoon on your way down from visiting Jesus on the top of Corcovado.

The Santa Teresa neighborhood is located high in t

The Santa Teresa neighborhood is located high in the hills of Rio de Janiero, and features fantastic views of the city. This bohemian area is full of local arts and culture, with several shops and restaurants to explore.
The neighborhood (named after the Santa Teresa Convent) arose in the 1750's, when locals began moving upward to escape disease from mosquitoes near the water. Many opulent mansions and villas emerged, but Santa Tersea ceased being an upperclass neighborhood long ago.
In current times, the area has been revived as a fashionable Hotspot. Take the famous yellow cable car up the hill to spend an afternoon in this charming area of Rio. #santateresario #riodejaniero #brazilartandculture #braziltiles #santateresacablecar #riodejanierostreetart #favelahype #explorerio #wunderlustre

Parque de Las Ruinas: A former Colonial Mansion in

Parque de Las Ruinas: A former Colonial Mansion in the hills of Rio. High Society, artists, and public figures gathered here in the 1920's for Artistic soirees.
When the owner passed away in 1946, and had no heirs, the mansion was abandoned and fell into ruin.
Nearly half a century later, the Government of Rio de Janeiro used the remains to create "Parque de las Ruinas" once again turning the house into a meeting point for art and celebration.

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