Cities Around the World

Exploring Rome and Rio de Janeiro


Rome, Italy
Geographic Information
1.  City - Rome
2.  Country - Italy
3.  Continent - Europe
4.  Population - 2,820,000
5.  Description - Rome is a city located on the banks of the Tiber River.  The region is known for its rugged hilly terrain.  Many historic buildings are located in ancient Rome.
 Interesting Facts about Rome
 The city of Rome has many monuments.  Visit to see some historic pictures and descriptions of these monuments.
Rome is the capital city of Italy.  Learn more about this historic city.
Rome is known around the world for its rich history and art.  Find out more about Roman art, architecture, and religion by viewing the links.

 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Geographic Information
1.  City - Rio de Janeiro
2.  Country - Brazil
3.  Continent - South America
4.  Population - 5,750,000
5.  Description - Rio de Janeiro is located in southeastern Brazil on the Atlantic Ocean.  The city has a tropical climate and rainfall is common.  The terrain is mountainous due to the Brazilian Highlands.
 Interesting Facts about Rio de Janeiro
 Rio de Janeiro is the cultural center of the country of Brazil. It is the second largest city and former capital of Brazil.
Learn all about Rio de Janeiro.   A complete guide that ranges from attractions to social events.  The Carnival is Rio's main event.
Rio de Janeiro is a place filled with leisure activities.  It is an economic center, but it is mainly known for its famous beaches.  A complete history of Rio with links to tourist information, government, culture, and more.

 


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