It was at the foot of the Sugarloaf that Portuguese explorers founded the city of Rio de Janeiro in 1565. And, just as Rio in its early days was subject to attack by (mostly French) pirates and ...
Rio de Janeiro was a city that really, really surprised me with its beauty. The beaches, the buildings, and the stunning ...
Even the city’s name ‘Rio de Janeiro’ is Portuguese ... and the amazing natural harbour. Freya: I thought you’d never ask. He’s taking part in the Rio Carnival! People dress up in ...