That said, organised crime does exist in Rio (as it does in most major cities around the world) and being aware of your surroundings is important. Whilst you’re never far from a favela in Rio, my belief is that people generally have good intentions and if you expect the best but prepare for the worst, you won’t attract negativity or bad luck. STICK TO SAFE NEIGHBOURHOODSĪll of the locations listed in this article are located in neighbourhoods considered safe for tourists. Apply similar rules to your phone though, especially if you have a recent model iPhone or Samsung - take the photo then stash your phone back in your bag. Except when up at Christ the Redeemer, I’d keep your DSLR stashed away in a backpack and only remove it to take the photos.įor the remainder of the photos, I used my phone as the Centro neighbourhood has some less secure areas. YES, YOU CAN TAKE A DSLR - BUT NOT EVERYWHERE.įor this photos in this article, I used my DSLR at Ipanema Beach, Christ the Redeemer, Cosme Velho and Copacabana Palace. I won’t go into all the typical safety advice to follow when travelling, but having visited Rio de Janeiro four times and never experienced any issues, I have a few tips specific for keeping safe in Rio de Janeiro and enjoying your time seeing the wonderful locations featured in The Seven Sisters book. But as with many things you read about foreign countries in the media, it pays to take the advice with a pinch of salt and not let it deter you from visiting this incredible city! I’m sure you’ve seen the headlines about traveler safety in Rio de Janeiro - petty theft, muggings, or worse. Not only does it take you through the lush jungle with monkeys in the trees and teasing glances of the views ahead, it’s also the way Bel would have arrived at Cristo’s inauguration ceremony way back in 1931. There are a few ways to reach the Christ the Redeemer Statue - by van or shuttle, hiking trail (though not recommended due to safety concerns), and by the Trem do Corcovado (mountain railway) which is definitely my recommended way of visiting! The Seven Sisters book provides a fascinating look into how this magnificent structure came to be, and standing up on top of the Corcovado Mountain and it’s incredible to see how it became a reality, constructed in such a challenging location.īut it’s so easy to see why the spot was chosen - with your head in the clouds, surrounded by dense jungle and looking down on the city below - standing atop the granite peak really does create a sense of magic. Is there anyone who goes to Rio and doesn’t have a photo of themselves, arms spread open, in front of the Big Jesus statue? It’s the sight the most quickly comes to mind when you think of Rio de Janeiro and this incredible feat of engineering draws millions of visitors every year. Oh Cristo Redentor, a key feature in the book and easily the most iconic sight of Rio de Janeiro.
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