A Fascinating and Spectacular Rio Paralympics 2016 Closing Ceremony

After witnessing record breaking performances and amazing sporting achievements in the Rio Olympics 2016 (August 5, 2016- August 21, 2016), this lively city was set to host the Paralympics 2016 (September 7, 2016- September 18, 2016).

About the Rio Paralympics 2016:
The Paralympic is a major international sport event for athletes with disabilities. The sporting event is organized by the International Paraolympic Committee. Recently the Paralympics 2016 was held in the vibrant Brazilian City- Rio. Upgraded with the highest standard of accessibility through the city like public transportation systems and hotels, the Brazilian city Rio provided a wonderful ambiance for the Paralympic athletes and successfully fulfilled the International Paralympic Committee’s requirement. Some great sporting spirits who overcome their challenges and showed up their best performances, which was the best thing about the Rio Paralympics 2016. In this multi-sport event, it was a delight to watch stronger, fitter and faster Paralympians.

The Closing Ceremony of 2016 Rio Paralympics:
18th September 2016, Sunday was a day when the lively Rio city said farewell to all brave hearted and inspiring paralympic athletes with an impressing closing ceremony. The closing ceremony was held at the famous Maracana football stadium, which was packed with the Paralympians, fans and visitors. This ceremony showcased Brazil’s passion for music, where the first performer was Jonathan Bastos. He is an accomplished musician who plays the guitar with his feet. After which, a show of entertaining performances was lined up such as a blaze of fireworks and samba as well as having Brazilian funk music playing on the background. 

A Minute of silence was observed:
At the closing ceremony, a minute of silence was observed to mark the death of an Iranian para-cyclist Bahman Golbarnezhad (in the men’s road race) on Saturday due to a fatal crash.

This eleven days of competition at the multi- sport event- Rio Paralympics was dominated by China who dominated the medal tables followed by Britain, Ukraine and the United States. You can rarely find any difference or gap between the Olympic and Paralympic performances where the athletes broke records after records in Rio. 

Way to 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games:
The moment of the closing ceremony was wonderful when Tokyo took over the charge of 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The president of the Rio Olympic and Paralympic organizing committee was exhilarated to say that- “Mission Accomplished”. Truly, despite the political instability and deep recession (in Brazil), the Brazilian city- Rio hosted an amazing splendor of the multi-sport events where everyone had the utmost fun and enjoyment of participating and witnessing some spectacular sports.

Keeping all the negativity at bay the closing ceremony in Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana football stadium was  fascinating and wonderful. The closing ceremony was colorful, moving and energetic.
Conclusion:

Now, after both multi-sport events in Rio are over, Brazil is still at its best. This will be the right time to enjoy an exciting holiday trip to Brazil. The vast and wonderful South American country has a lot to offer to every visitor. Whether you want to explore the exotic Copacabana and Ipanema beaches or witness Christ the Redeemer statue atop the Mount Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro, considering a guided Brazil holiday tour will prove to be the best way to have utmost fun and enjoyment.

In order to get the best deals for your holiday trip, you need to rely on a reliable inbound or incoming tour operator in Brazil. With them, you will be able to enjoy an exciting holiday tour in Brazil by exploring the best tourist destinations, attractions and get an opportunity to soak up in the samba culture.