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19 breathtaking shots of Rio de Janeiro from above

Hollis JohnsonAug 1, 2016, 20:39 IST

Ricardo Moraes/Reuters

With nearly 3 million international tourists visiting every year, the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South America.

And despite recent coverage of Olympic sized-troubles, Rio de Janeiro is still known the world over for its beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, and raucous Carnival celebration. Now, with the world watching, Rio de Janeiro is hosting the 2016 Olympic Games and is the first South American city to do so.

Catch a glimpse of this magnificent city and its famous landmarks in the aerial photos below.