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This outstretched-armed statue crowns Corcovado above Rio de Janeiro.

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The statue was inaugurated in 1931. Source: Christ the Redeemer (statue) ↗

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  1. 13Chilean-born artist Jorge transformed these Rio steps with colorful tiles from around the world.RECALL
    Escadaria Selarón

    The steps link Lapa with Santa Teresa.

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  2. 14This colonial Rio water-supply structure has two tiers of arches and later carried Santa Teresa trams.RECALL
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    The structure uses two tiers of arches.

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  3. 15This black-bean-and-pork stew is a familiar meal in Rio de Janeiro.RECALL
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    Rice commonly accompanies the stew.

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