independently of the exact meaning of the name, it shows that this beach has been important to the local indigenous population for centuries.   

in addition to being a beautiful beach perfect for families and beach lovers, icaraí beach is also the stage for many public events organized by the city, including small concerts, sporting tournaments, and niterói's new year's eve fireworks.

this very traditional niterói beach is surrounded by high-end residential buildings, many restaurants, and bars.