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descript=Known as the "Cidade Maravihosa", or Marvellous City, Rio never fails to amaze with its sandy beaches, carefree lifestyle and unparalleled natural beauty.  As the capital of Brazil until 1960, Rio is today one of the most culturally and economically prominent cities in the country, receiving more tourists than any other part of Brazil.  In 2012 Rio De Janiero was the first city in the world to be awarded the title of World Heritage Site of Cultural Landscapes by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation). Rio De Janiero was the host city for the 2016 Olympic Games
