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Cabo Frio in Rio de Janeiro
Fishing activity is a major source of income for the natives of the city of Cabo Frio. To receive water coming from the South Pole, the region is rich in high-quality fish. The city of Cabo Frio is located 156km from the city of Rio de Janeiro. Cabo Frio was founded in 1615 after dispute between French and Portuguese. Because of his past in colonial times, the city is full of churches, forts and buildings from the 17th century. In holiday periods and during Carnival, the city receives up to 1 million tourists and vacationers to enjoy its beaches of white sand and clear, calm waters. Among the main Cabo Frio tourist spots are: Praia do Forte, Forte de São Mateus 1618, Church of St. Benedict built by slaves in the 18th century and the exuberant nature of the city that lies between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lagoa Araruama (largest hypersaline lagoon in the world). (Photo by Luiz Souza/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #1455977 |
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| Photographer | Luiz Souza/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Luiz Souza/NurPhoto |
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