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It's almost impossible for visitors to Rio to resist the charm of the city's eighty kilometers of beaches. Framed by the wavy black and white mosaics of Avenue Atlântica, Copacabana is one of the main reasons for this fascination. In fact, there are two separate beaches here: Leme (one kilometer) and Copacabana, (just over three kilometers). A center of activity both night and day, the beach is lined with kiosks, a bicycle path and racks, lifeguard posts, public showers and bathrooms, hotels, bars and open-air restaurants. The Military Forts at each end are open to visitors, offering panoramic views. Leave a Comment Directions: Copacabana District - south zone
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In Rio, life is a beach – and the quintessential Rio beach is Copacabana. This is a public beach, reflecting all aspects of local life. Here the beautiful people come to see and be seen. The bikinis are tiny and the girls who wear them are often stunning! There are always several games of volleyball going on, and of football too, with even the youngest boys showing some incredible skills with the ball.
You can walk the length of the bay (4 kilometres) along Avenida Atlântica, with the Sugarloaf visible at one end and at the other the headland that separates Copacabana from the next bay, Ipanema, with its small fort. At regular intervals you’ll find stalls selling refreshing coconut juice and other refreshments. The pavement has a beautiful wave pattern, reflecting the views out to sea.
One unmissable sight is that of the famous Copacabana Palace Hotel (see photo 4). The hotel was built in 1923 and has been a Copacabana landmark ever since, and many celebrities have stayed here over the years. In case you’re wondering, a night in a beach-view room here will set you back nearly US$900, and a penthouse suite US$3200, but just in case you win the lottery and want to stay here I’ve put the website below ;) Website: http://www.copacabanapalace.com.br/web/
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