Rio de Janeiro was a city that really ... some of my favorite places in Rio de Janerio to enjoy and grab some great photos. After spending six wonderful days in the Marvelous City, I can ...

This gallery highlights some of the most compelling images made or published in the past week by The Associated Press from ...

Brazil's most famous carnival celebrations have taken place in Rio de Janeiro. More than 70,000 people gathered at the city's huge concrete arena known as the Sambadrome, where samba schools ...

Devotees wade through Arpoador Beach carrying a boat filled with offerings during an annual celebration honoring Yemanja, the ...

It was at the foot of the Sugarloaf that Portuguese explorers founded the city of Rio de Janeiro in 1565. And, just as Rio in its early days was subject to attack by (mostly French) pirates and ...

Tapirs might be one of the largest land mammals in South America clocking in at an impressive 300 kilograms (661 pounds), but they have been noticeably absent from a region in Brazil for over 100 ...

Thousands of worshippers clad in white robes have spilled onto Arpoador beach in Rio de Janeiro to pay homage to Yemanja, the ...

This is also the season when Rio de Janeiro sees the most rainfall, so pack an umbrella. Key Events Crowds and hot summer weather dissipate in May. But don't expect Rio's humidity to disappear ...