Escadaria Selarón

#5 in Rio de Janeiro / #8 in Brazil

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Escadaria Selarón, also known as the Selarón Steps, is a vibrant and iconic staircase located in the Lapa and Santa Teresa neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Created by the Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón, the steps are a tribute to the Brazilian people and are adorned with over 2,000 colorful tiles collected from more than 60 countries around the world. Spanning 125 meters and consisting of 215 steps, the staircase has become a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's rich cultural mosaic.

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