Gallery: Sights of Rio

Always ready for a party, Rio de Janeiro is about to host its biggest festa yet. The Olympic Games kick off next month in a city that mixes bold new design, revived heritage districts and laid-back Carioca charm.

Always ready for a party, Rio de Janeiro is about to host its biggest festa yet. The 2016 Olympic Games kick off next month in a city that mixes bold new design, revived heritage districts and laid-back Carioca charm.