Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil
Known as ‘The Heart of Rio de Janeiro‘, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas (more commonly shortened to just ‘Lagoa‘) is a natural lake in the south zone of the city that is renowned for its tranquility and beauty.
It’s surrounded with a cycle path, trees and other vegetation, and framed by a mountainous skyline that creates the most jaw-dropping sunsets. We explore why Lagoa is a must-see for anyone visiting Rio.
Lagoa is a lake located in the upscale neighborhood Lagoa, just a few blocks away from the beaches in Ipanema and Leblon. It occupies an enormous space of 2.4 million square-meters, and attracts various wildlife such as different species of birds, plants and wild capybaras. It is also a key site for rowing clubs, and it’s common to see rowing athletes practicing out on the water.
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