facts about Rio de JaneiroFacts about Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro - Brazil's second largest city and capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro. Population Approximately 7 million Official language Portuguese. Government Republic. Religion 75% Catholic, 15% Protestant Time difference from Rio de Janeiro is located 3 hours after Norway, in summer time 4 hours after Currency Brazilian real (pronounced like he-ai). Credit cards Visa and Mastercard are accepted in larger places such as hotels and restaurants. ATMs can be hard to find outside the tourist areas, and closes at 22:00. Tip Varies. Often included, so check the bill Tourist ofiice Barata Ribeiro 272, Copacabana. Phone 55 Emergency Police 190, Fire 193, Ambulance 192 Electricity 110 volts. Adapters are usually available in stores More facts about Rio de Janeiro National holidays and public holidays 1 January, 20.januar (St.Sebastians day, Rio's patron saint), three days in connection with the carnival in February, 21 April (freedom hero's day), May 1, 7.september (National Day), 12 . October (Nossa Senhora Aparecida), 2 November (Finados), 15.november (republic day) Vaccinations No vaccinations are required, but the hepatitis vaccine is recommended Should not drink water from the tap. Nearest major cities Sao Paolo, Belo Horizonte, Vitoria. Security Crime is consistently high, and particularly high during the carnival. Great care should be taken, especially after dark. Many cities have very high murder rates in the international context. Visitors from abroad is often regarded as an easy prey, and are prone to theft pocket, veskenapping, robbery, credit card fraud mm. It appears that tourists are exposed to serious violence. It is recommended to take the least amount of money, jewelry and other valuables when you walk in centers and on the beach
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