Ipanema is an affluent neighborhood located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro.The beach at Ipanema became widely known by the song "The Girl from Ipanema" ("Garota de Ipanema"), written by Antônio Carlos Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes in the 60s. Rio is renowned for being the home of the best brands in the city, charming bookstores, and a thriving social scene.
Please stop in at H. Stern, one of the most popular jewelry stores in the area, and take a tour of their museum. Not only is it free, but you receive a little box of semi-precious and precious stones as a gift. Every Sunday, the Hippie Fair is held with vendors selling art, local food, and all sorts of handicraft art - a must for locals and visitors.