Ipanema Beach

Ipanema is one of the famous beaches in the world. It is located on the southern region of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Two mountains called the “Two Brothers” rise at the western end of the beach. It is with do doubt one of the most beautiful urban beaches in the world and one of the icons of the city. 

There are always circles of people playing football, volleyball, and foot volley, a combination sport of volleyball and football originated in Brazil. The little Paris of Brazil, Ipanema is so much loved for its art galleries, art movie theatres and bookshops with coffee flavor.

Incidentally, the word Ipanema is Indian for “dangerous waters” – not so far off given the strong undertow and often oversized waves crashing on the shore. Be careful, and swim only where the locals do.