Few cities cause as much happiness as Rio de Janeiro. Samba, soccer, the colourful, annual carnival as well as the beaches Copacabana and Ipenema are only a few of the many things that await the visitors. The highlights of the city are literally speaking the characteristic Sugar Loaf Mountain and the impressive Statue of Christ, which is watching and embracing the entire Rio de Janeiro. A visit to the statue is a must on a trip to the charming Brazilian metropolis.