The beach is divided into areas known as postos (lifeguard stands). Ipanema reaches roughly from postos 7 to 10, with each stand offering changing rooms and restrooms for a small fee (usually less ...

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (JTA) — An Orthodox synagogue was opened officially a few blocks from the iconic Ipanema Beach in Brazil. Some 1,200 people attended Sunday’s inauguration of the four ...