Curves of Architecture: MAC- Museu de Arte Contemporânea, Niterói
This famous creation by Oscar Niemeyer completed in 1996, can be found across the Rio-Niteroi bridge from Rio de Janeiro City. The futuristic building is beyond its time, resembling a floating flying saucer over Niteroi bay. It's circular interior exposes stunning panoramic views across Guanabara Bay, along side a range of Contemporary art. The the basement... Continue Reading →
Culture shock!… Why am I being stared at?!
This morning and indeed afternoon, I was in a bubble! It's my first time in Buenos Aires! I was happily seeing the city with my host Jerry. I took every stare from passers by as an innocent glance; they must like what I'm wearing! Then my host had to go so I was left exploring... Continue Reading →
Lapa… Stepping Up!
You'll probably recognise these steps from the scenes of Snoop Dog ft Pharell music video - Beautiful... And these steps are just that! The iconic, world-famous Escadaria Selarón steps lie a short stroll from the roman-style arches of Lapa in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. On a visit you might actually be lucky enough to bump... Continue Reading →
Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer)
Situated on the crown of the 700-metre Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park, Cristo Redentor overlooks the city of Rio de Janeiro with arms out stretched, blessing the city also know as 'Cidade Maravilhosa- Marvelous City'. Expect large crowds during peak season, and waiting times for a tram will be long. However it's... Continue Reading →
MAM: Museu de Arte Moderna, Rio de Janeiro
The building it's self is a stand alone piece, exhibiting concrete curves and sharp symmetrical lines. Intriguing exhibitions of Brazilian and South American modern art. It's worth a look at their book shop which is very basic, but houses an interesting selection of art and photography books. Overall, a very good flow... Av. Infante Dom... Continue Reading →
Best of 2012… Bloggers!
It didn't just happen out of the blue you know, this blog. I had to test the waters first... I mean, did I really want to document my travels to the world? And besides, who would want to read what I get up to anyway? It's not like my travels are unique?... Or so I... Continue Reading →
Act your age… Not your wave size!
Here's to Marco and Bobby! Living for the moment... 29th december 2012... Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
“Ay calor!”… Things are heating up in Rio!
If I leave Rio having learnt just one new word, it would have to be "calor"- "heat". And to say it the correct Carioca way would simply be (with lots of sensuality); "Ay Calooor!" Don't forget to repeat it at least 5 times to yourself and anyone else around you- just in case they too have... Continue Reading →
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