Copacabana
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- For other uses, see Copacabana (disambiguation).
Copacabana is a borough located in the southern zone of the city Rio de Janeiro, famous for its 4 km beach.
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 begins at 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 play host to millions of revelers during annual New Year's Eve celebrations. The celebrations can feature acts such as Rod Stewart and the Rolling Stones. Also plays host, in most years, to the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.
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Image:Rio11.jpg Copacabana is home to 400,000 people, making it one of the most densely populated neighbourhoods in the world.
The promenade is dotted with expensive hotels, restaurants, bars, night clubs and residential buildings.
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- 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.
- Mapilot Copacabana Satellite image of Copacabana with search functions (en,de,fr,es,pt)de:Copacabana (Rio de Janeiro)
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