Beaches - Praia da Joana

Small in size and huge in charm, Praia da Joana is part of the "Monumento Natural dos Costões Rochosos" of Rio das Ostras. It has vegetation typical of the city, with many bromeliads, cacti, orchids, small shrubs, almond and coconut trees. It has crystal clear water, rocks at the ends and is located right near Coconut Island.

May 2011 - Musical Group - Strada da Terra

The alternative, reggae and soul musical group from Rio de Janeiro "Strada da Terra" will perform in at the Festa Fechada in Rio das ostras at Praia da Joana on Saturday May 21st, 2011 at 5pm.

Praia da Joana is between Boca de Barra at Praia do cemitario, and virgin beach. From the map it looks like it is very near the southewestern end of Av. Costa Azul.

Photo from Diário Riostrense blog.