Rio De JaneiroSights

Waterfront sights in Rio De Janeiro

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    Ponta Do Arpoador

    This rocky point juts out into the water and serves as one of Rio’s best places for watching the sunset. Throughout the day, you’ll spot fishermen casting off the rock, couples stealing a few kisses and photographers snapping that iconic stretch of Ipanema beach stretching off toward the towering peaks of Dois Irmãos. You’ll also see large flocks of surfers jockeying for position offshore. Around the western edge of the rock is the tiny Praia do Diabo (Devil’s Beach), a fine place to take in the views – but swim with caution. A very rustic gym is built into the rocks (think barbells with concrete weights and many chin-up bars).

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  2. B

    Mirante Do Leblon

    A few fishermen casting out to sea mingle with couples admiring the view at this overlook at the western end of Leblon beach. The luxury Sheraton Hotel looms to the west, with the not so luxurious favela of Vidigal nearby.

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