One of the most picturesque districts of Rio with its charming, narrow and winding streets plus architectural and cultural treasures visible to the eye and cherished by the heart. Santa Teresa is located on a hillside near the center of the city and seems to have stopped in time, maintained as it has been for decades, with preserved features of Old Rio and a bit of history in each corner. Lets take a ride on the tram car, the charming vehicles which date from the 19th century, were moved by animal traction at first and later by electricity. Survivors of roman times, they are now protected as historical heritage and still go along perfectly preserved tracks taking visitors to a re-reading of the past. The tram car ride starts downtown, crosses the Lapa Arches and follows the up and down route through the slopes of Santa Teresa. It leaves from the station in Largo da Carioca, very near the headquarters of Petrobrás and The Metropolitan Cathedral.