This large event is a part of the celebrations of Saint Sara Kali Day which is the patron saint of the gypsies and starts with an ecumenical gypsy mass – blessing, show, exhibitions and ethnic dances. At the 11th Rio de Janeiro World Peace Crusade you will observe the release of the Gypsy People’s primer, “The law in your hands” which was written by Mirian Stanescon Batuli and produced by the Human Rights Department and supported by the Ministry of Culture and SEPPIR. At the event they also celebrate the national gipsy day and the 1st temple in Latin America dedicated to St. Sara Kali.

Saint Sarah is the mythic patron saint of Roma (gypsy) people and the center of her veneration is Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, a place for pilgrimage for Roma in the Camargue, situated in southern France. Besides the commemoration at the World Peace Crucade, in France on the 24th May her statue is carried down to the sea in order to re-enact her arrival in France. As you can see, Saint Sarah was and still is a very important figure for the gypsies not only in France but also in Brazil and other countries that have a large minority of gypsies.

The 11th World Peace Crusade’s other objectives besides honoring Saint Sarah is to provide moral and religious support for people from all corners of the world, regardless of religious beliefs, social status and ethnic origins. The organizers of the crusade consider that only by considering people equal we all can live in a fair and peaceful world without wars, terrorism and disasters caused by humans. The World Peace Crusade has a special significance for Jews and the Afro-descends because here they can learn more about their history and especially for the Jews, the horrifying moments that their great grandfathers had to go through in order to establish the Jews as a recognized ethnic population.

All things considered, in 2009 for the 11th World Peace Crusade organiezed at Parque Garot de Ipanema, we celebrate not only the gypsies, Jews, Afro-descendets or Native Indians but also mankind itself, people from all over the world, providing ideas and solutions for a better world, a safer place for us and our children because the most important thing for mankind is peace, everything else can be resolved with patience and a little effort.

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We will continue this article by presenting what we consider to be the top attractions at the 12th Rio de Janeiro Boat Show. We will start with the Sailboat Bavaria 44 Vision which is the main member of the German Boat Show. This boat offers 3 large and spacious bedrooms and a state-of-the-art bathroom. The boat’s design draws attention thanks to the bold lines of the cabin, with the panoramic windows in the soft curves that flaw naturally. The performance of this boat is achieved with a more Velicer area and a high performance pole as well as a system of internal passage of sheet along with auxiliary engines that provide more power than before.

Moving on, we briefly present the Rio Yacxo Shipyard which will debut at the boat show this year. It is the only boat that measures 33 feet and offers two enclosed cabins and double beds. Six people can comfortably sleep on the board mainly because the “V” shaped sofa can be transformed into a third bed for two people. The cockpit of the boat has plenty of space for 12 people and in the construction of the cockpit the manufacturers used glass fiber and PVC foam which resulted in a very resistant yet light boat.

United State’s biggest attraction will be the Lazzara 74, forerunner of the boat that revolutionized the waters. With the LSX 92, launched just last Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the Lazzara, almost a family business had already collected a sea of praise with the previous model, the LSX 75, seems to have come very close to the answer. So with other words, the Lazzara 74 will surely be a great hit. The Lazzara 74 is equipped with 4 Volvo IPS engines which are considered to be extremely efficient in terms of fuel consumption as well as silence and airworthiness issues.

Rio Boat Show

Last but not least, at the 2009 Rio Boat Show, visitors can take a glance at the revitalized Delta 32. The Delta is the largest manufacturer of sailboats in the country and this year will re-launch one of its popular boats, the Delta 32. This boat now comes with a lot of interior innovations that provide extended comfort in comparison with the anterior model. The boat offers two cabins for 4 people and a large bathroom and other facilities for a relaxing stay.

All things considered, the 12th Rio Boat Show has plenty to offer: great boats, lovely scenery, incredible atmosphere and many more. If you plan your vacation during this period, make sure that you spend a few hours at the show; we assure that you won’t regret it.

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It is a traditional bar that was opened in 1934 and is located near the Rodrigo de Freitas Lake which is the best place in Rio from which you can admire the sunset. It was built and decorated in the traditional art deco style, with tables both inside and outside. It is a very busy bar although the waiters are somewhat bad tempered. As far as the food is concerned, you will find a mix of Brazilian and German foods, top notch steaks and other tasty foods like a signature sausage along with a potato salad, all with a fresh and cold beer.

Plataforma – Address: Rua Adalberto Ferreira, 32, Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The Plataforma is a large steak house which gathers mulatas, samba and glitter in one single place. The meat is wonderful, especially the “picanha”. For a side dish, we recommend the Brazilian cheese balls which are simply put, delicious. As far as the atmosphere is concerned, it is quite cheerful and informal.

Confeitara Colombo – Address: Rua Gonçalves Dias, 32, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

You will find simple yet efficient service and a lovely atmosphere. It opens for launch time with a fixed buffet or a la carte but also serves small and delicious savories and snacks but don’t forget about the sweets. This place is charming in a unusual Belle Epoque style.

La Louisiane – Address: Estrada da Barra da Tijuca, 1636, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

This is the place to be if you are into American food. All of the meals are prepared from authentic and original Creole and Cajun recipes that came from Louisiana, New Orleans, United States of America. The dishes are a unique mix of French, Spanish, African flavors like the Cajun shrimp, Creole fish, jambalaya and others as well. For dessert, we totally recommend the pecan pie with vanilla ice-cream and for wine; you may take your pick from all of the French wines they have. The décor itself is a tribute to the American location, the origin of this restaurant. It features light-painted walls where many of posters with New Orleans can be admired. Flowers and plants are abundant here and the jazz music in the background creates a relaxing atmosphere.

Museum – Address: Rua do Catete, 153, Catete, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Located right in the mezzanine of the Museu da Republica it offers a beautiful view of the museum garden. The restaurant features a varied menu with lighter meals for those that are on a strict diet. The funghi fillet with potatoes and mushroom sauce is a reasonable option for people watching their weight. If you are audacious by nature, you should eat the Brazilian risotto with banana, saffron and shrimps. For dessert, they have exotic mango pie with strawberry sauce.

Outback – Address: Avenida das Américas, 6101, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The Outback is a part of a very important American food chain of restaurants. Very popular among tourists, here you can eat “Aussie” style grilled steaks with onions. The Outback has an interesting look, similar with an Australian steak house from the 1950s.

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