praia das
gaivotas (beach of the seagulls) is on
paquetá
's south
shore. 270 meters in length, it is right in between the praça de atobás, and de ponta da ribeira
along praça livio porto.
the local landmark
tower clock on pier
of the old colônia de férias
da união
da mesbla is at this
beach, and one of the most favorite and photogenic spot for all
tourists and visitors.
on this pier, the island's main lighthouse continues
functioning, and makes it for a great visual at the end of the day,
or just before sunrise.