Ipanema Beach | Rio de Janeiro
Tags: Beach, Brazil, Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro
Ipanema Beach is where the summer happens and the most urban beaches on the planet – but still, it’s Brazil’s most popular tanning spot.
Where else on the planet do you have mountains cascading down to the sea, interspersed with golden white sand beaches and tropical flora showcasing every vista? Come to Ipanema Beach to grab a bit of samba, a bit of the Brazilian flavor, and to relax among the sweeping Atlantic ocean views.
Beautiful weather, miles and miles of pure white sand and yes, people. The locals flock to Ipanema Beach from the suburb of Ipanema (and surrounding burbs). But you’ll be able to enjoy the sound of the surf, the sun, and don’t forget, “people watching”. Ipanema Beach has it all – with street vendors stopping by with local favorite snacks, seafood and coconuts – so you can drink the milk right from the coconut with a straw
Girls on Ipanema Beach, RioThere are two sports played on Ipanema Beach in Brazil. The main one is soccer. Where there is a ball, you’ll find guys and even some gals now and then, playing their hearts out at the national pastime.
The second sport, (not counting people watching), is beach volleyball. Remember the past Summer Olympic Games; Brazil was in its element. You will find many soccer and volleyball games going on right on the beach. Join in, or simply watch the beauty.
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