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Rio de Janeiro beaches - pictures

Copacabana
Copacabana, known as the little sea princess, is one of the most famous city districts in the world. The beach is wide and beautifully suited for sporting activities. The sea is usually serene with small waves, except during a "Ressaca" (storm).

Copacabana beach Copacabana Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro - RJ

Ipanema & Leblon
This stretch of beach became world famous through the song "Garota de Ipanema" by Tom Jobim and Vinícius de Morais. This is where the Bossa Nova rhythm and beach fashion all were created. Ipanema means "dangerous waters" in Tupi Guarani, the Indian language.

Ipanema Beach Rio de Janeiro - beach Rio de Janeiro - beach leisure Sunset in Leblon
Dawn in Leblon Ipanema and Leblon Ipanema Ipanema

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Barra da Tijuca
This is the largest beach in Rio. The white sands stretch for several kilometers. This beach is especially suited to water sports - ideal for windsurfing. On the first part of the beach is "Pepê", the meeting spot for lots of beautiful young people.

Beach - Barra da Tijuca Barra da Tijuca Airview - Barra da Tijuca Barra da Tijuca

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