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Paco Imperial vs Sugarloaf Mountain
Both are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sugar Loaf Mountain scores significantly better than Paco Imperial. Sugar Loaf Mountain is ranked #1 in Rio de Janeiro with praise from 7 sources including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Paco Imperial
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Praca 15 de Novembro 48, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's
"This two-story building with thick stone walls and an ornate entrance was built in 1743, and for the next 60 years was the headquarters for Brazil's captains (viceroys)."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Imperial Palace stands at the heart of the Praça XV. Now one of the city's foremost cultural centres, it holds temporary exhibitions of painting and sculpture and has its own cinema."
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Frommer's
"It's a pleasingly simple structure...it serves as an exhibition hall for traveling cultural exhibits. A room on the ground floor charts the history of the palace, with maps, paintings, and engravings"
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The building was neglected for many years but has been restored and is used for exhibitions and concerts; its cinema frequently screens foreign and art-house films."
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Sugarloaf Mountain
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Concierge
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Av. Pasteur, 520, Urca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22290-240
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Fodor's
"The indigenous Tupi people originally called the soaring 396-meter (1,300-foot) granite block at the mouth of Baía de Guanabara pau-nh-acugua (high, pointed peak)."
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Concierge
"On sunny, clear days, the cable car ride up to 700-foot Morro da Urca and then on to the taller, 1,300-foot Pão de Açucar is a classic Rio experience."
Frommer's
"Along with samba, beaches, and beautiful women, the Sugarloaf remains one of the original and enduring Rio attractions."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Seen from the peak of Pão de Açúcar, Rio is undoubtedly the most beautiful city in the world."
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Avoid cloudy days.
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Sugarloaf Mountain, the rocky peak named after the shape of its outline... affords an uninterrupted view over Rio."
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When the sun goes down, the panorama is absolutely magical but as such it draws heavy crowds.
