By Caren Machado


Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas primarily referred to as Lagoa is a lagoon and a section in Rio de Janeiro Brazil that's bordered by various other areas such as Ipanema, Leblon, Gavea, Jardim Botnico, Copacabana, Botafogo, and Humaita. The locale allures numerous travelers on vacation through the Christmas time of year when a unique Christmas tree that is erected on a drifting platform moves about inside the lagoon.

The lagoon offers various entertainment venues such as dance clubs, cafes, restaurants, hotels, rental flats and is the head office of the soccer team Flamengo. You can find a range of free of charge sport surfaces, bike and jogger's lanes, numerous play areas for kids and premium food kiosks.

Joatinga Beach is a destination that is less frequented by those on holiday and therefore is also ironically the most preferred by vacationers who wish to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of Ipanema and Copacabana. This white sandy beach is one of most properly protected natural reserves in Rio de Janeiro. The environmental diversity of the Atlantic rainforest, mangroves and the small tribe of Caicara isn't something you should miss out on. The beach which is a crossover amongst jungles and virgin beaches also is a wish come true for qualified surfers.

Barra da Tijuca Beach is the longest beach in Brazil and stretches around 18 kms from Morro do Joa on up to Recreio. It's a transparent green beach and a hot spot for surfers in addition to wind and body surfers. The beach in addition embraces beginners in water sports and soon after taking pleasure in the sea surf there are a variety of restaurants, kiosks, food and drink stalls where you could have some snacks.

The museum Chacara Do Ceu is a famous tourist destination that houses various modern-day art by artists such as Lygia Clark and Portinari. In addition, it includes Brazilian items going back to the 17th and 18th centuries. Also, coupled to the museum is the Parque das Ruinas which happens to be recognized for holding music concert events. The park isn't just great looking but in addition consists of the ruins of the house that belonged to the Brazilian heiress Laurinda Santos Lobo.




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