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The main objective of the Free University of the Environment, in the Bosque Zaninelli (Zaninelli Woods), is to promote environmental awareness. It opened in 1992 during the UN Conference on the Environment and Development being held in Rio. The impressive main structure is built of eucalyptus wood and has a scenic overlook on its top level. Several paths through the woods make the Bosque Zaninelli a popular place to wander.
The Miolo family made its name in the Brazilian wine industry with Vinícola Miolo. One of Brazil's largest wine exporters, the company produces wines under 100 different labels on seven vineyards in southern Brazil. A visit to the vineyard gives a glimpse of the Miolo family's wine-making tradition that goes back to the 19th century. Tours of the vineyards and tastings of Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignons, Sauvignon Blancs, and sparkling wines are run daily.
