the
copacabana palace
is a landmark hotel located at
posto 2,
white and always illuminated at night - impossible to miss.
inaugurated in 1923, and declared a national historical patrimony in 1985 by the
iphan and
inepac,
this luxurious hotel is considered the most prestigious in rio, and has
hosted many high-profile visitors, world presidents, and celebrities.
the
copacabana fort
is on the side of
copacabana near
ipanema,
posto 6 -
built in 1776, this construction was meant for the
defense of rio, that was at that time capital of brazil.