Downtown Rio is the place where this city was born.
With modern skyscrapers sharing space with historical
buildings and landmarks, this neighbourhood is living
proof that the old and the new can live together
harmoniously. As you would expect, downtown is where
all major companies house their offices. However, the
region isn’t restricted to businesses. Gems such like
the “Paço Imperial,” which is a cultural centre that
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used to serve as a residence for governors of Brazil,
can be found here. Pedra do Sal, a Monday night street
party, is also in this neighbourhood. This landmark is
the birthplace of samba and is famous for its “roda de
sambas” (“dance circles”). Stop in for one and get
closer to discovering where Brazilian happiness comes
from.
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