Ipanema Castles & palaces, Flowers, Shopping + Water sports pictures

• Rio de Janeiro
• Brazil
• South America
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Considered the birthplace of Brazilian surfing, this small beach is also one of the most popular places to catch Rio de Janeiro’s spectacular sunsets.

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.