Ipanema is located in the southern part of Rio De Janeiro. Immortalized in the song of Antonio Carlos Jobim, ‘The Girl from Ipanema’, Ipanema is well known for its beach. The city is located in proximity to the Copacabana Beach. The word ‘Ipanema’ is derived from the combination of two words: upaba and nem, which means ‘lake’ and ‘stinky’ in the Tupi language.
A popular tourist destination in Brazil, Ipanema Beach has well-planned streets making it easily accessible to travelers. Numerous resorts, restaurants, cafés and hotels have mushroomed in Ipanema, Rio De Janeiro, to cater to guests.
Ipanema city houses art galleries and theaters which are worth your visit. The rich culture of this city is reflected through these venues. This city is well known for its carnivals. One of the most colorful events in Brazil, the carnivals are the experience of a lifetime . If you can, plan your holidays during these festivities.
Whether you like sunrises or sunsets, the Ipanema beach will give you the opportunity to enjoy both. The scenic beauty of this beach will keep you engaged during your leisure hours. If you want to take a break from the beach, you can visit the nearby shopping malls and shop for yourself and your friends and family. Treat yourself to some souvenirs and buy some wonderful gifts for your loved ones back home.
If you are interested in outdoor activities the beach has all the arrangements for you. This place oozes with energy and you can play games like football, volleyball and footvolley. The last game is a popular one in Brazil. If possible, visit this place during the winter season. It will be a visual treat to watch.
Update: Rio de Janeiro is in the list of critically unsafe places due to its very high level of crimes. The US State Department warns visitors to be vigilant against crimes such as rape, robbery, fraud, and residential thefts.
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Ipanema Beach Map
Location Map of Ipanema Beach
Ipanema Beach Facts
- The Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers) mountains are located towards the western end of the beach.
- The Travel Channel has mentioned the beach as the sexiest beach in the world.
Where is Ipanema Beach?
It just takes a 10-minute drive from the Santos Dumont Domestic Airport to reach the Ipanema beach. The International Antonio Carlos Jobim Airport is another nearby airport that can be reached by a 30-minute drive. Several taxis and buses are available to shuttle the visitors from the airport to the beach.
Best time to visit Ipanema Beach
The best time to visit the Ipanema beach is from May to September, as it is cloud-free and the trade winds have a cooling impact on the beaches.
More on Ipanema Beach
Nearby Attractions : Sorvete Itália, Osklen, Ipanema Pride, Market Ipanema, Museu H. Stern, Museu Amsterdam Sauer, Praia do Arpoador and Livraria da Travessa.
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