Ipanema is a neighborhood located in the south of Rio de Janeiro. Ipanema Beach, named the sexiest beach in the world by the Travel Channel, is the social center for so many surfers and sun bathers. People play football, volleyball, and footvolley, a combination sport of volleyball and football originated in Brazil. The western end of the beach features two mountains called the "Dois Irmãos" (Two Brothers). Browse Rio de Janeiro vacation rentals and Ipanema Brazil short term rentals! World-class restaurants, art galleries, theaters, cafes and shopping are available in Ipanema. It is pretty easy to get around the neighborhood because the streets are lined in a grid. The neighborhood is one of the most expensive in which to live in Rio. Apart from Rio de Janeiro's parade, Ipanema hosts its own Carnival street parade called Banda de Ipanema which attracts up to 15,000 people. Consider staying in Rio de Janeiro vacation rentals during your next vacation in Brazil. The area offers an extensive lodging infrastructure with Ipanema Brazil short term rentals, hotels, Rio de Janeiro vacation rentals and Bed & Breakfasts.