at a glance

in allusion to the fusion between samba and jazz, these concerts gained the name of 'samba sessions' - one of these concerts featured a group called bossa nova, with 'bossa' being an offshoot word for 'samba' in rio slang and 'nova' meaning 'new', new samba.

copacabana quickly established itself as the most fashionable neighborhood and cultural epicenter in rio, and the city's most popular tourist destination for nearly 100 years.

sharing some of its fame with the nearby sister beach of ipanema, copacabana beach remains the most diverse and important beach in rio de janeiro - attracts visitors from all over the world, drawn to its reputation for relaxing days and lively nights.