in particular, pedra do índio is said to be the reason why the tribal chief araribóia founded the town that became niterói in that spot - as he thought the rock formation resembled his face.

additionally, on the right of the beach the niterói museu of modern art adds an important architectural detail to the panorama. 

beautiful during the day, it also has some magnificent sunset colors and lighting combinations with the museum. 

located in the guanabara bay, praia de icaraí is the most famous beach in niterói, and home of some of the most popular events organized in the city such as the fireworks for new year's eve.