Copacabana
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The district was originally called Sacopenapã until the mid-18th century. It was renamed after the construction of a chapel holding a replica of the Virgin of Copacabana, Bolivia. It was incorporated into the city on July 6 1892.
Copacabana starts at the beginning of the Princesa Isabel Avenue, and ends at Posto Seis (lifeguard watchtower six) near the Forte de Copacabana (Stronghold of Copacabana). After Copacabana there is the small Arpoador beach, followed by the famous borough of Ipanema, and then the borough of Leblon. The Copacabana beach stretches from Posto Dois (lifeguard watchtower two) to Posto Seis (lifeguard watchtower six). Leme is at Posto Um (lifeguard watchtower one). There are two Metro stations, at Siqueira Campos and Cardeal Arcoverde, for underground transport to the rest of the city.
The Copacabana beaches have been host to record setting concerts, including a concert played by Rod Stewart in 1994 that attracted more than 3 million Brazilians. Other bands that have played on the beaches here to multi-million strong crowds include The Rolling Stones and Rush.
Character
Rio de Janeiro must have truly been breathtaking when the Portuguese arrived hundreds of years ago. The hills that rise behind Copacabana and Ipanema are luxurious and green, and wide beaches with islands are dotted around the harbour. The reality is that Copacabana is home to 400,000 people making it one of the most congested neighbourhoods in the world.
The promenade is dotted with expensive hotels, restaurants, bars, night clubs and residential buildings.
External links
- [History of Copacabana (in Portuguese)]
- [History of Copacabana (in English)]
- [Guide to being a Gringo in Rio de Janeiro] - A look at how Brazilians see tourists in Copacabana.
- [Old Postcards from Brazil] Copacabana
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