Morro da Urca

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Praia Urca

  • January 3, 2007
  • Rated 2 of 5 by travellingdave from Calgary, Alberta
Praia Urca

This beach, opposite the beautiful Pão de Açúcar (sugarloaf mountain) is very much a local's beach. Prices are 1/4 of what they are in Copacabana for drinks and hotels, but with the cheap prices comes dirtier water, and much less surf.

I would compare this beach to that of swimming in a marina, as the waves are meagre at best, and the water is simply too dirty to enjoy.

Use this beach as a suntanning spot only, otherwise you may be a bit disappointed. Recommended only for its views.

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