especially downtown (Centro), Santa Teresa and Lapa. In all areas of Rio, remain vigilant with valuables due to pickpocketing, and keep in mind that some tourists have been involved in armed ...

One really fun thing to do when visiting Rio de Janeiro is take a day trip (or longer, if you have the time!) out to Arraial do Cabo, a little beach town about 2 hours away from downtown Rio.

The event will feature 32 athletes. Standing out is Leony from Pará, a member of the Brazilian national team and champion of the inaugural Breaking do Verão.