On sunny days, many locals (Cariocas) and tourists in Rio find their own spot in the vast stretch of Copacabana beach to enjoy the waves and the sun. Creating striking contrast against the white sand and the blue skies are the colorful umbrellas, beach chairs, swimsuits and trunks, flags, sunglasses and definitely skincolors that attest to the interesting cultural diversity of beach goers.

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