19 Places In Brazil That Are Just Begging To Be Instagrammed

Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro

No trip to Rio is really complete without visiting the 98-foot-tall statue of Jesus located on Rio's Corcovado Mountain. For truly unique views, schedule a helicopter tour. Photo: Getty

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Pelourinho, Salvador de Bahia​​

Pelourinho is Salvador de Bahia's historic center and is home to some of the prettiest pastel-hued colonial architecture in Brazil. Photo: Getty

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Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro

For the best panoramic view of Rio, take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain which looms nearly 1,300 feet above the city. Photo: Getty

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Praia Vermelha, Rio de Janeiro

While the city views from Sugarloaf are not to be missed, head to Praia Vermelha to capture the perfect shot of the mountain itself.

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Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, Ouro Preto

The entire city of Ouro Preto in the state of Minas Gerais is know for its Baroque architecture, but the 18th century Church of Saint Francis of Assisi is a particularly gorgeous example.

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Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro

Book a room at the Copacabana Palace Hotel for stunning views of the iconic Portuguese pavement sidewalks and exclusive access to a section of the beach with lounge chairs and umbrella service.

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Beco do Batman, São Paulo

São Paulo is a global hotspot for graffiti artists and Beco do Batman (a.k.a. Batman Alley) in the Vila Madalena neighborhood is the place to go to see some of their best work. Photo: Lyndsey Matthews

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, Rio de Janeiro

The Niterói Contemporary Art Museum has been a major landmark in Rio since it was built in 1996, but you may also recognize it as the backdrop to the 2017 Louis Vuitton Cruise show. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer, the futuristic building is often compared to a UFO and is located just across Guanabara Bay from Rio.

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Fernando de Noronha

Since the Fernando de Noronha archipelago is located 200 miles off Brazil's coast, you'll feel like you're on a deserted island with miles of white sand beaches all to yourself. Trust us, it's totally worth the effort to get there.

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Cathedral of Brasília

Oscar Niemeyer had a hand in planning the entire city of Brasília, but his best work in Brazil's capital is arguably this stunning cathedral with its massive stained-glass ceiling.

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Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

Each winter, rains collect in the sand dunes in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park creating beautiful freshwater lagoons in this remote corner of northeastern Brazil.

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Escadaria Selarón, Rio de Janeiro

Created by Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón, the colorful mosaic staircase in between Rio's Lapa and Santa Teresa neighborhoods is just asking for you to take a selfie in front of it.

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Paraty, Costa Verde

Located halfway between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo on the lush Costa Verde, the small coastal town of Paraty is known for its beautiful colonial center. The cobblestone streets are closed to car traffic making it an idyllic getaway from Brazil's big cities. Photo: Getty

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Iguazu Falls

Straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina, Iguazu Falls are the world's largest system of waterfalls. While a majority of the falls are located within Argentina, you'll get the best views from the Brazilian side.Photo: Lyndsey Matthews

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Ibirapuera Auditorium, São Paulo

Though this music hall is a fairly new addition to São Paulo's Ibirapuera Park, renowned Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer actually drew up the designs for it in 1954, making its ultra-modern design even more impressive.Photo: Lyndsey Matthews

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Hotel Unique, São Paulo

It's easy to mistake the futuristic work of Ruy Ohtake for Oscar Niemeyer's (he considers him a mentor after all), but São Paulo's modernist Hotel Unique is one of Ohtake's best designs. This hotel is definitely worth checking into—the curved walls of the suites and bright red rooftop pool are just as insta-worthy as the half moon-shaped facade. Photo: Lyndsey Matthews

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Unique Garden Hotel & Spa, Mairiporã

Ruy Ohtake also designed several of the midcentury-inspired villas at Hotel Unique's sister property located on 18 gorgeous acres in the countryside outside of São Paulo. Photo: Lyndsey Matthews

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Parque Lage, Rio de Janeiro

Once a private estate, this public park in Rio's Jardim Botânico neighborhood is a beautiful spot to spend a quiet afternoon after a long lunch at Olympe, a Michelin-starred restaurant located just down the street. Photo: Getty

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Museu do Amanhã, Rio de Janiero

Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava designed the Museu do Amanhã (a.k.a. Museum of Tomorrow) as part of Rio de Janeiro's efforts to modernize its harbor in time for the 2016 Olympic Games. It's worth a visit just to see the trippy design of the building, but take the time to go inside. You've never seen a museum like this—trust. Photo: Getty

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