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Rio is blessed with more raw natural beauty than probably any other city on Earth. This, coupled with the conviviality of its residents, the forthcoming Olympics and efforts to finally reduce the poverty gap and improve infrastructure, mean the next few years promise to be among the most exciting in the city's long and rich history.
Writer: Christopher Frey Photographer: André Vieira
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