Rio de Janeiro

City

Rio is well known for its Carnival, samba, bossa nova, clear skies, and warm sandy beaches

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Why Rio de Janeiro is the best city to live and study Portuguese in Brazil

  • Language immersion: Rio de Janeiro is one of Brazil’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities, making it an ideal place to immerse yourself in the Portuguese language and Brazilian culture.
  • Access to qualified teachers: Rio de Janeiro is home to many reputable language schools and universities that offer Portuguese language courses taught by qualified and experienced teachers.
  • Diverse learning experiences: In addition to classroom-based learning, studying Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro can provide various learning experiences, such as cultural activities, field trips, and language exchanges with native speakers.
  • Career opportunities: Brazil is the sixth-largest economy in the world and the largest in Latin America. It is a significant player in global business, trade, and tourism. Studying Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro can give you an edge in pursuing career opportunities in these fields.
  • Personal enrichment: Learning a new language and immersing yourself in a new culture can be a life-changing experience, broadening your perspective and enriching your personal life.

Overall, studying Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro can be a unique and rewarding experience, both personally and professionally.

The most popular sights, tourist attractions, and things to do and see in Rio de Janeiro

  • Arpoador Beach.
  • Botanical Garden.
  • Cathedral of San Sebastian.
  • Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio.
  • Christ the Redeemer.
  • Copacabana Beach.
  • Ilha Fiscal Castle.
  • Ipanema Beach.
  • Lage Park.
  • Lagoa Neighborhood
  • Lapa Arches & Neighborhood.
  • Little Beach.
  • Maracana Stadium.
  • Monastery of Sao Bento.
  • Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro.
  • Museum of Tomorrow.
  • Palace of Sao Cristovao.
  • Santa Teresa Neighborhood.
  • Sugarloaf Mountain.
  • Tijuca National Park.

The most important events and festivals in Rio de Janeiro

  • Day of St. Sebastian on 20th January.
  • Carnival in February.
  • June Bonfire Festivals in June.
  • Rio de Janeiro Marathon in June.
  • Brazil’s Independence Day in September.
  • Gay Pride March in September/October.
  • Rio International Film Festival in September/October.
  • New Year’s Celebrations in December/January.

Location

CityRio de Janeiro
CountryBrazil
Population (hab)6,747,815
Latitude-22.908976
Longitude-43.180306
Altitude (m.a.s.l.)2

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Caminhos Language Centre

Caminhos Language Centre

The most famous Portuguese language school in Rio de Janeiro 7 minutes walk from Ipanema Beach, the most elegant and safest beach in Rio de Janeiro

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