Rio de Janeiro | A closer look of the downtown area and visiting Copacabana
Downtown area with older-style government buildings
More views of the highly decorated buildings
Suddenly surrounded by high-rise buildings
The modern buildings have way to a mix of new and old, and some parks
The streets became wider, with modern buildings surrounded by parks
Well-kept antique buildings appeared once more
Small and relaxing beach by the avenue heading towards Copacabana
Very tasty fried meatpies filled with ground beef
Copacabana was not super-packed with tourists despite the renown. Felt very relaxed