Landmarks
The aqueduct, the tiled steps, and Lapa's best-known corners.
Arcos da Lapa
The Carioca Aqueduct — Arcos da Lapa — is the colonial arcade that now carries the Santa Teresa tram.
Chafariz dos Jacarés
Chafariz dos Jacarés is a historic fountain on Rua Mestre Valentim, in the Passeio Público garden.
Correio da Manhã facade
The Correio da Manhã façade is a historic newspaper front in Lapa, kept as a landmark on the walk from the studio.
Escadaria Selarón
Escadaria Selarón is Jorge Selarón’s tiled staircase from Lapa toward Santa Teresa — a work he called a tribute to the Brazilian people.
Lampadário Monumental da Lapa
The Lampadário Monumental da Lapa is the large lamp standard in Largo da Lapa, under the aqueduct.