Meet the Brazilian beach that was voted the second best in the world, according to the travel guide

We already knew that Ipanema Beach is amazing. But when this recognition comes from abroad and the place is compared to hundreds of other beaches around the world, this realization fills us with even more pride. 🏖️

This week, Ipanema was considered the second best player in the world, according to Lonely Planet, Australian travel guide.

The announcement of the 10 best beaches in the world is a preview of the guide to the best beaches in the world, which will soon present a list of the 100 best beaches.

Among the positive characteristics of Ipanema, organizers listed the “spectacular” sunsets, the 3-kilometre stretch of Ipanema Beach, and the diversity of social groups that bring life to the place. Officials liked the distinct subdivision into positions, each attracting different interests.

See their feedback:

• At Posto 7, tourists can find a refuge for surfers. 🏄‍♀️
• Many children are observed in Posto 8. 🧒
• At Posto 9, young people and artists come together. 🕺
• While Posto 10 features volleyball, soccer, and soccer matches. 🤾

Ipanema was second only to The Pas Beach, in Brion Bay, Australia, known for its ideal surfing conditions and runs in local palm forests. In the top three, third place went to Ao Maya, in Thailand, a small beach hidden by limestone cliffs and high walls that only form in rare coastal areas.

Ipanema is the only Brazilian actress in the top ten of the rankings.

Besides Rio, there are also beaches in Africa, Asia, Europe, North America and South America, check the list:

• 1 – The Pass, Byron Bay, New South Wales – Australia
• 2- Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
• 3 – Ao Maya, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi – Thailand
• 4- Mnemba Island, Zanzibar – Tanzania
• 5 – Sarakiniko, Milos Island – Greece
• 6 – Chesterman Beach, Tofino, Vancouver Island, British Columbia – Canada
• 7 – Cabo San Juan del Joya, Tayrona National Natural Park – Colombia
• 8 – Anse Source d'Argent, La Digue – Seychelles
• 9 – Playa Balandra, La Paz, Baja California Sur – Mexico
• 10 – Punta Paloma, Tarifa, Cádiz – Spain