Rio De Janeiro - Barra da Tijuca & Western Rio (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
West of Leblon you’ll find great hiking amid the rainforest of Floresta da Tijuca. Nearby, hang gliders make their soaring descent. Further out is Barra da Tijuca, a sprawling suburb with a long, pretty beach.
hike through tropical rainforest, enjoy stunning views from rocky outcrops and recovering beneath cool waterfalls in the Floresta da Tijuca
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bask on the wide golden sands of Praia da Barra da Tijuca
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explore the lushly decadent gardens of SÃtio Burle Marx
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Coverage includes: Neighborhood Top Five, Local Life, Sleeping, Getting There & Away, Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment and Shopping.
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