Rio de Janeiro has one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world! And cariocas really know how to enjoy the most of this natural spectacle. Every day is a great opportunity to visit the Carioca soils, the scene of incredible landscapes.
And speaking of location, the Ipanema neighborhood is one of the best places to experience the magic of Rio’s sunsets.
Arpoador Rock
The sunset from the Arpoador Viewpoint is world famous and brings hundreds of locals and visitors together every day. From there, it’s possible to see the sunset from the front, with Dois Irmãos Hill making up the scene. And it has become a tradition to applaud the spectacle of the sun setting!
Recently, this landscape has become even better to appreciate given the revitalization work carried out at the beginning of the year.
The project focused on sustainability, as it included the installation of a swing and benches, all made from tree trunks that had been pruned or removed from the city. As a result, the place has a new look and has become an even more pleasant space.
The culture of applauding sunsets
Until the 1940s, Arpoador was a vast sandy desert often frequented by fishers. In the 1960s and 1970s, the beach and Pedra do Arpoador began to be frequented by the young, and it was at this point that people began to applaud the sunset in the area.
Applauding the sunset is like a way of thanking the sun for its presence during a warm beach day and, at the same time, saying a brief goodbye to it until the next day.
Located just a few steps from Arpoador Rock, the Hotel Arpoador is the perfect accommodation option for those who want to feel close to the beach and the main spots in the neighborhood.
Also, the arp bar, a restaurant located on the first floor of the Hotel Arpoador, is a privileged spot to watch the sunset. The tables on the esplanade, which is the beach boardwalk, and on the balcony are the perfect place to relax and be dazzled by the scenery. The experience is combined with fresh cocktails, as well as snacks, sandwiches and dishes full of Brazilian flavors.
So, if you want to make such a daily event as the sunset a special and unique experience, come to Rio! Join the cariocas and enjoy this spectacle of nature with us.
