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Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) — Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro· Arts & Culture

Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón)

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The Selarón Steps are a vibrant, colorful staircase in the Lapa neighborhood, created by Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón. He began renovating the dilapidated steps in 1990, covering them with over 2000 tiles collected from over 60 countries around the world. The steps are a living work of art that became a tribute to the Brazilian people and a popular tourist attraction.

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