The light in Rio is spectacular, especially on the beach. Take a walk from Arpaodor to Leblon which takes about 45 minutes. Do this when the sun sets. It sets just behind the Dois Hermanos (two brothers) and the light is light blue/pink most of the time. The sound of the waves, people and Ipanema to your right make this a very special walk and keeps you fit. In the morning the sun comes up from Copacabana, so a walk from Arpoador - do check out the fish market - towards the Copacaban Palace is lovely too. Locals doing morning exercise, fishing boats coming back. I want to be there now!

Arpoador>Leblon Arpoador>Copacabana

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This is for those who'd like to keep up their Yoga while on holiday in Rio/Brazil. There are about four yoga classes per week in the gardens starting at 9am. The lady who teaches yoga doesn't speak English but others in the group do (sort of). I suppose it's for people who have done Yoga before. It's a lovely setting; you can see little monkeys jumping up and down while you lie in Shavassana. However, don't forget the not-too-nice creepy crawlies (bring your mosquito spray). The classes are £2 for about an hour (including entry into the park), or cheaper if you book for the whole week. If it rains, the classes are held inside. Bring your own mat and after the class have a stroll around the park or a coffee with the other Yoga enthusiasts. Very recommendable!

Botanical Gardens/Jardim Botanico. www.jbrj.gov.br/

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