lagoa da tijuca is located in barra da tijuca, not far from the famous beach by the same name.

while not a common tourist destination, it is in fact a precious asset to the city, and a valuable destination for anyone interested in discovering a very different side of rio de janeiro.

considered by some the 'venice of rio' the canal connecting the ocean to this small lagoa, called largo do banco, is home to several islands, small in size, very green, and manicured.

taking a boat trip around the lake is the secret to some spectacularly beautiful views of the rocky mountains surrounding the lake reflected in the canals.