the smooth waters across from praia do preventório
are not always suitable for swimming, yet these waters are among the best in the region for
sailing and
kayaking.many of the people who enjoy this beach are
residents of the nearby favela called
morro do preventório.
the wide sands are used by young kids to play sports, and by
some local fishermen to station and care for their small fishing
bats.
the local importance of this beach stems from the
nearby presence of the estação hidroviária de charitas, the marine station from where the boats connecting charitas
and
praça xv in rio de janeiro dock and depart.