Botafogu Bay
Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-240, Brazil
Description:
Botafogu Bay is a popular tourist destination that is famous for its amazing scenic views. It was named after the military San Juan de Sosa Botafogu, who operated the Botafogu galleon. The Portuguese crown gave him land near Rio de Janeiro, which is now visited by tourists.
Palm trees grow near the sandy beach of Botafogu, right in front of the sails that filled the water expanses. It offers stunning views of the islands, business districts, ocean, Guanabara Bay, Urca Mountains and Sugarloaf. There is also a cable car leading from Mount Urca to Sugar Head.
Botafogu beach with a length of 700 meters is a favorite place in Rio de Janeiro - there are exhibitions and concerts. The waters of this beach are great for sailing.