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Among the amazing destinations of Brazil lies the city of Buzios. The city and area surrounding is one of the most surprising and exciting beach destinations in Brazil, hosting twenty five beaches, one more beautiful and enticing than the other. Besides the beaches there are many other marvels to be uncovered in Buzios.

Fast becoming a fashionable and rising beach destination around the world, some fifty years ago, Buzios was just a simple fishing village, but it had an immense treasure - the idyllic beaches that stretch all along its coast. Among the first foreign travellers that discovered this place was Brigitte Bardot, who is now viewed as a local celebrity, having her own statue immortalizing her visits to the area. Access to the destination is pretty simple, as it's located just under 200 km from Rio de Janeiro, on a peninsula, with the beaches scattered and circling this charming stretch of land. Travelers who find themselves drawn to this area find it to be a relaxing oasis with good nightlife.

Visitors of Buzios and its surrounding area will be stunned by both the sheer raw beauty of the place, but also by the great abundance of things to see and do. Most of the people do come for the beaches and although there are many in the area, they each offer something unique. While there are many family beaches with calm and clear waters, there are also those that are better for water sports, surfing and so on. Usually, the beaches located on the west side are considered calmer, while the ones facing the ocean can get wilder. Some of the most popular and enchanting beach destinations in Buzios include Praia da Armacao, Praia Joao Fernandes, Praia Brava, Praia de Ferradura, Praia de Geriba and many others. While some of them can get quite packed and crowded, others are excellent destinations for people looking for an a remote getaway.

Today, the resort town of Buzios is well equipped and developed, with all kinds of accommodation types, restaurants and leisure opportunities. Travelers will have no problem finding good places to sleep or eat, with everything from budget locations to luxurious and elegant resorts. Besides the beaches, the city itself is quite charming. A good place to spend some time is Rua das Pedras, a cobblestone street with an extremely invigorating and vibrant atmosphere, featuring dining opportunities and shopping locations to nightlife spots and leisure venues. This street continues with the Orla Bardot Avenue, an enchanting ocean promenade that passes through some exceptional places. Speaking about leisure, there are numerous activities which can be experienced in and around Buzios, from water activities, like surfing, sailing, kitesurfing, kayaking, fishing and diving, to golfing, rafting and other sports.