the forest is filled with a tropical array of enchanting natural delights, as well as ample recreational facilities, captivating its visitors in a world of colorful wonder.

the native population knew the pedra de gávea as the metaracanga, which translates as 'decked head' - a clear reference to the rock's resemblance to a human face, when viewed from the sea.

some say portuguese sailors gave the mountain its current name back in 1502, when rio de janeiro was first discovered, as they considered the rock at the top to resemble a top sail, which is what the word gávea translates to.