Fort Copacabana

Forte de Copacabana

#29 in Rio de Janeiro / #124 in Brazil

by Gabriel Heusi/Brasil2016.gov.br

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Fort Copacabana is a historic military fortress located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Constructed in the early 20th century and inaugurated in 1914, it was designed to protect the city from naval attacks. The fort is situated at the southern end of Copacabana Beach, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Today, Fort Copacabana houses a military museum that showcases Brazil's military history and armaments, and it is a popular tourist attraction.

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