As the day progresses,
You decide to explore one of the locations that your newfound friends had mentioned to you earlier.
Apador Rock is a large rocky formation that juts out into the ocean and is the perfect backdrop to watch the sunset.
As you approach the rock,
You notice the locals setting up their makeshift drink stands.
They're selling cold beers,
Fresh coconut water and other beverages,
All from large buckets filled with ice.
The tourists gather around the stands,
Eager to quench their thirst after a hot and humid day.
The locals greet their customers with warm smiles and friendly banter,
Creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
You can hear the clinking of glasses and the sound of laughter mixed with the soft strumming of a nearby guitar.
You approach one of the vendors and order a cold beer,
The condensation of the bottle already causing your hands to feel cool and refreshed.
With the drink in hand,
You make your way up to the top of the rock,
Taking care to step carefully on the uneven surfaces.
Eventually you find a place to sit and you settle down with a contented sigh.
You take a sip of the cold beer and the crisp taste is just what you need after a day of exploring the city.
The sky is painted in hues of orange,
Pink and purple,
Signalling the start of the sunset.
The sun is slowly sinking towards the horizon,
Casting a golden glow across the sky and painting the clouds in shades of fiery red and orange.
As the last rays of sunlight disappear,
The crowd bursts into applause.
It's a tradition that's been going on for years and it marks the end of another beautiful day in Rio de Janeiro.
The clapping is a sign of appreciation for the stunning sunset and a way of saying thank you to Mother Nature for another amazing display of her beauty.
The applause continues for a few minutes.
The sound echoing across the rocks and mingling with the sound of the waves.
The locals continue selling their drinks and the tourists chat and take pictures,
Basking in the afterglow of the sunset.
