8 Must-See Hidden Treasures in Rio de Janeiro
The Selaron Staircase is one of the hidden treasures in Rio de Janeiro, with more than 2,000 colorful tiles from over 60 countries Long after it hosts the 2016 Summer Olympics, the world travel spotlight will continue to shine on Rio de Janeiro as a result. Visitors to the “Marvelous City” wouldn’t dream of missing its best-known attractions, including the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. But those visitors might unknowingly pass up the chance to see some of the hidden treasures in Rio. Here are eight don’t-skip gems that locals prize (but many travelers miss):