copacabana is among the most famous beaches in the world, and to
this day this is the most important beach in rio de janeiro, along with nearby
ipanema beach.
having been an international destination for a century, the white
sands of copacabana and the spectacular views of the bay and of the
sugar loaf
have attracted visitors from all corners of the globe.
located in the
copacabana neighborhood, in rio's
zona sul,
this beach is 4 km long (2.2 miles), very well developed, safe,
and rich in kiosks, restaurants, small markets, street vendors,
street entertainers, and sports facilities.