The Carioca Landmarks Guide is a selection of entries about noteworthy landmarks of Rio de Janeiro city - one of world's wonders and headquarters of the 2007 Pan-American games. With 356 entries, mostly illustrated, shown in 15 maps. The presentation order of the diverse areas (regions and neighborhoods), from the Harbor to the West Zone of Rio, gives the reader an understanding of how the city has developed and helps tourists to move around.