Rio de Janeiro is one of the more popular cities in Brazil. It’s famous for its natural attractions, its carnival celebrations, Bossa Nova, samba, and hotel-lined tourist beaches, such as Copacabana, Leblon, and Ipanema. There are also famous landmarks to see such as the giant statue of Christ, known as Christ the Redeemer a top Corcovado Mountain, considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Rio de Janiero is considered to be the Carnival Capital of the World