It is impossible to conceive a trip to Rio de Janeiro without paying a visit to the statue of Christ The Redeemer. Located at the top of Corcovado Hill, it is Brazil’s most known image throughout the world. Every year, over 300,000 people visit the statue of Christ using the centenary Corcovado Train, the oldest touristic ride in the country.

Besides being overwhelmed by Rio’s beautiful landscape, the passenger has the chance to ride throughout Brazil’s history.

The Corcovado Train was inaugurated 114 years ago, by Brazilian Emperor Dom Pedro II, and among its passengers there were Popes, Kings, Princes, Presidents, Artists and Scientists.

This is also an ecological ride. The train crosses the biggest urban forest in the world, the Tijuca National Park, a part of the Atlantic Forest considered as an example of nature preservation.
Those who ride in the Corcovado Train also help in preserving the forest, since this train doesn’t harm nature – it is electric – and also part of the funds generated by the entrance tickets are destined to Ibama, the Brazilian Institute for the Preservation of Nature.