Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana (Portuguese pronunciation: [kɔpakɐˈbɐ̃nɐ, ko-, -pɐ-, -kaˈ-]) is a bairro (neighbourhood) located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is known for its 4 km (2.5 miles) balneario beach, which is one of the most famous in the world.[1]
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| Coordinates: 22°58′1″S 43°10′50″W / 22.96694°S 43.18056°WCoordinates: 22°58′1″S 43°10′50″W / 22.96694°S 43.18056°W | |
| Country |  Brazil |
| State | Rio de Janeiro (RJ) |
| Municipality/City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Zone | South Zone |
Copacabana, Rio De Janeiro Media
Copacabana, early 20th century
A view of the Copacabana beach from Sugarloaf Mountain
The Portuguese pavement wave pattern at Copacabana beach
Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana
Fireworks during the celebrations of the New Year
The surf at Copacabana Beach w:Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Beach during World Youth Day 2013.
References
- ↑ "Top 10 Most Popular Beaches in the World, Beach Vacation". Photos4travel. 2008-11-25. Retrieved 2016-05-25.
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