VOICED : Rio de Janeiro es certificada Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO

Río de Janeiro has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, specifically as a Cultural Urban Landscape, a first for any city. This status required detailed plans to protect areas like the Pan de Azúcar and Copacabana. The city's blend of natural beauty and human influence is key to its recognition. Additionally, a campaign called Amigos del Cristo Redentor aims to raise funds for the conservation of the Christ the Redeemer statue, which attracts millions of visitors annually and requires significant maintenance funding.

In what year did Río de Janeiro become the first city to be recognized as a World Heritage site in the category of Urban Cultural Landscape?

• 2016

• 2014

• 2012

• 2010

Which areas were highlighted for protection in the report prepared by Brazilian authorities?

• Ipanema Beach and Tijuca Forest

• Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach

• Botanical Garden and Flamengo Park

• Maracanã Stadium and Lapa Arches

What is the main characteristic that makes Río de Janeiro part of the World Heritage list?

• The local cuisine

• Its cultural festivals

• The blend of nature and human transformation

• Its historical buildings

Who launched the 'Friends of Christ the Redeemer' campaign?

• The Mayor of Río

• The President of Brazil

• The Archbishop of Río

• The Minister of Culture

Approximately how much does the maintenance of the Christ the Redeemer statue cost annually?

• $900,000

• $700,000

• $500,000

• $1,200,000