100 List 2014
South America: Copacabana Palace
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Poised beside the legendary Copacabana beach, the Copacabana Palace flaunts the ocean vistas and soft breeze through its large windows. Drive through the Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Hill to see Rio’s famous statue of Christ the Redeemer. Ascend Sugar Loaf Mountain before visiting the beaches at Leblon, the Sambadrome (home to the Rio de Janeiro Carnival) and other sites. Enjoy the glamour and rhythm of this colorful samba extravaganza. Marvel as more than thirty dancers and musicians trace the Portuguese, Indian and African roots of Brazil’s popular music.