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1 language school in Rio de Janeiro from 247€ for a 1 week Portuguese course

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Caminhos Language Centre, Rio de Janeiro
Caminhos Language Centre, Rio de Janeiro
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Overall attractiveness of Rio de Janeiro
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Nightlife
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Friendliness of locals
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Interesing things to do
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Geographic setting
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Public transport
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Climate
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Cleanliness
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Rating: 5.0/5.0

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5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

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Rating: 5.0/5.0

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5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Information about Rio de Janeiro

Why Rio de Janeiro? Rio de Janeiro is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The Brazilians say: God created the world in 6 days, on the 7th He created Rio. Rio is surrounded by mountains and is located right by the sea - with many famous and nice beaches such as the Copacabana and Ipanema. You have a great view from the 370 m high Pão de Açúcar. And last but not least, Rio de Janeiro is known for the carnival, when the whole city is partying.
Population: XL  6,024,000
Time zone: +7h. (GMT -3)
Region: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
Currency: BRL (1 BRL = 0.1698 USD)
High season: January
Low season: April
Average course price per week (High season): 590 US$
Average course price per week (Low season): 388 US$
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 58* (42% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 49* (51% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:52* (48% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Brazil average): 25.03 BRL
    (17% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type N
  • Residential voltage: 127 V / 220 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
Climate Table
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Midday Temperature
Night-time Temperature
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Hours of Sunshine
777666675566
Water Temperature
77 °F77 °F78.8 °F77 °F75.2 °F73.4 °F71.6 °F71.6 °F71.6 °F71.6 °F73.4 °F75.2 °F
Rainfall
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Best time to take a language course in Rio de Janeiro
December
New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve

31 December 2024The largest celebrations and New Year's Eve festivities in Brazil happen in Rio de Janeiro, where, millions of people gather at Copacabana beach to watch the breathtaking fireworks show.

New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve

31 December 2025 - 01 January 4051The largest celebrations and New Year's Eve festivities in Brazil happen in Rio de Janeiro, where, millions of people gather at Copacabana beach to watch the breathtaking fireworks show.

Cristo Redentor
Cristo Redentor
Sugarloaf Mountain
Sugarloaf Mountain
Maracana Stadium
Maracana Stadium
Copacabana & Ipanema Beach
Copacabana & Ipanema Beach
Bonde (street car)
Bonde (street car)
Dona Marta Viewpoint
Dona Marta Viewpoint

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