being such an affluent area of the city, the neighborhood has
numerous
high-end bars, restaurants,
nightclubs, and
a variety of
business
convention centers.
in addition to the man made attractions of the
district,
barra de tijuca has one of the finest
beaches in the city, stretching across its entire coast.
not just peaceful
places to relax, these beaches
are also a hotspot for surfing, famed
for its great waves, and hosting many sports competitions that take
place in rio.