• The artist lived by the staircase and made it as a love declaration to the city of Rio de Janeiro.
  • Tragically, Selarón was found dead on his namesake steps under mysterious circumstances in 2013 at age 65, but his colorful and beloved legacy...
  • If you’re planning a visit to Escadaria Selarón, the most famous steps in Rio, you’re going to need to know a few things before you go.
  • The next time you find yourself in Rio de Janeiro, be sure to visit the Escadaria Selarón and immerse yourself in the colors, patterns, and history that make it a...
  • Next, head towards the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro and Selarón Stairs before reaching Sugar Loaf by sunset.
  • Considered a must-see in Rio de Janeiro, the Escadaria Selarón is not an ordinary staircase, but rather the life's work of a Chilean painter named Jorge...
  • Escadaria Selaron, the work of Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón, is a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
  • The Escadaria Selaron, or Lapa Steps as they are widely known, were created as a tribute to the people of Brazil by Chilean artist Selaron.
  • Decorated with more than 2,000 brightly colored tiles in the colors of the Brazilian flag, the Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) is one of Rio de Janeiro's most...