If you arrive in Rio during the time that doesn’t coincide with the next carnival, don’t be upset. Better visit the picturesque Mercado Popular Uruguaiana market as the atmosphere of a holiday never stops there. Many experienced travelers are aware of the market, but not many know what goods are the most popular. Besides colorful handmade carnival costumes, it’s possible to buy fantastic shoes on the popular market. The quality of shoes is always high despite affordable prices. Pay attention to food stalls as it is possible to try and buy many national desserts, sweets, and traditional baking on the market. When you reach the end of the market, don’t hurry to turn around and leave. There is a charming garden right behind Mercado Popular Uruguaiana, and visitors will be able to see peacocks, ducks, rabbits, squirrels, and many other animals there.
If it’s not the first time you visit Rio, you will notice one of the main current trends – different types of street culture have higher influence on the modern city. Colorful graffiti drawings are present in virtually every district of Rio, but Lapa is a true mecca for fans of street art. In this district, visitors will be able not only to enjoy colorful paintings on the walls of old buildings, but also see how artists work or even show off own skills.
If you crave for some romantics after walking on noisy city streets and markets, head to the seaside. It is possible to make amazing discoveries even during a simple beach walk in Rio. Thanks to efforts of local architects, the seaside is full of unusually looking cottages, some of which are truly creative. There is a cottage in the shape of a tropical flower near one of the popular beaches. The architecture masterpiece looks absolutely stunning.
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