Livraria Cultura bookstore in downtown Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Formerly the Vitória Cinema, it became the city's largest bookstore, only a few blocks from a Metro station. Its a great place to spend the day strolling around in the tastefully decorated bookstore. In addition to books, it has a coffe shop, and you can buy the best Brazilian films and music here. (Australfoto/Douglas Engle)
Lamas bar and restaurant in the Flamengo district of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The restaurant is known for its late night kitchen, from when journalists would come after press time would encounter musicians and theater after their shows.(Australfoto/Douglas Engle)