Rio de Janeiro, or Rio, is the capital of the State of Rio de Janeiro and the second-largest city of Brazil. Rio is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere, home to many famous landmarks such as the statue of Christ the Redeemer on the Corcovado mountain, which was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. In 2016, Rio de Janeiro will become the first South American and Portuguese-speaking nation to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. Rio de Janeiro has an estimated population of 6.45 million in 2016.
Rio de Janeiro has an estimated 2016 population of 6.45 million, which ranks 2nd in Brazil. It is also the third largest metro area and agglomeration in South America, and the 6th largest city in the Americas.