at a glance
in barra visitors will find beautiful beaches, clean water, and some of the largest urban rock formations in the world. the main beach, called praia da barra da tijuca is located along avenida Lúcio Costa with nearly 18 km (12 miles) of extension, barra beach is the biggest beach in rio de janeiro. we differentiate three sections of barra beach - barra beach, praia do pepê, and reserva ecológica, since they are the most significant segments of the beach. characterized by fine white sand, clean tuquoise waters, strong waves, and wide areas between the promenade and the water, this beach has become very popular in the last 20 years with the development of the modern neighborhood behind it.
