Rio de Janeiro, [a] or simply Rio, [8] is the capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is the second-most-populous city in Brazil (after São Paulo) and the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas.

1 day ago · Rio de Janeiro, city and port, capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean, in the southeastern part of the tropical zone of South America, and is …

Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: See Tripadvisor's 1,450,639 traveler reviews and photos of Rio de Janeiro tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in November. We …

18 hours ago · The team are looking into clashes between Brazilian police and a major gang in Rio De Janeiro, after at least 132 people were killed in a major operation yesterday Officials …

6 hours ago · The death toll in Rio’s deadliest police operation in history rose to 132 people, the state authorities say, sparking outrage and a reckoning.

Aug 21, 2025 · Planning a trip to Rio? From relaxing on world-renowned beaches to visiting Christ the Redeemer, these are some of the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Rio de Janeiro: Why 2026 is the time to explore its grandeur With its alluring beaches and lush mountains, Rio doesn’t need to do much to convince people to visit. But in 2026, this ...