Leblon

Description

Leblon hides between Ipanema and Copacabana. Ideal for anyone who wants to escape into solitude and enjoy the privacy and the silence that nature is willing to offer.  The panorama is breathtaking. This place is known for its luxury, surrounded by exquisite hotels and restaurants. It is a wealthy district with high-end shopping malls. The beach is usually visited by the upper class and the crowd is quieter than in Ipanema. This beach has a separate play area to entertain children. It is an enclosed playground, which includes a baby changing station. Leblon is also famous for their shopping malls. On Av Afranio de Melo Franco there is a mall consisting of 200 stores, 4 cinemas and a food court that overlooks the lagoon. Leblon consists of expensive hotels such as Hotel Marina Palace, Sheraton with a direct access to the beach. Apart from this there are other hotels that are away from the beach but are equally expensive like the Ritz Plaza and Claridge. Leblon is a place rich in history; it was known as a hiding spot for runaway slaves. There are many cultural places sitting around Leblon for anyone who is interested in learning their history. Today it is one of the most beautiful places with the sun kissed beaches.

Suitable For

Adults, Families, Senior Guests, Young Adults, Children and anyone who is willing to spend and enjoy luxury.

Must See

Exquisite sun kissed beaches.

Prayer Facilities

There are two mosques located down Rio de Janeiro Sociedade Beneficente Muçulmana (Society for the Benefit of Muslims) is a mosque and community centre that serves the Muslim community located in Tijuca and Mesquita da Luz.

Halal Food

Halal restaurants in Leblon are very scarce. Muslims can inquire about Halal Food from the mosques. Brazil is known as a major exporter of Halal meat. Therefore Halal meat will be available. Muslims should also be aware that alcohol is served in their restaurants.