The origin of his name comes from the story of a fisherman who in 1721 found a statue of Nossa Senhora Aparecida there. Which was taken in solemn procession to the Church of Our Lady of Asuncion in Cabo Frio, where she was enthroned.

It is located at one end of Cabo Frio island in Arraial do Cabo). It is a rocky crevice, giving the impression that a piece of the island has been removed, as if a cake were cut.

The origin of its name comes from the story of a fisherman who in 1721 found a statue of Our Lady Aparecida.

This was taken in solemn procession to the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, in Cabo Frio, where he was enthroned. This fact is narrated in the book "The Other Cabo Frio", by Luiz Carlos da Cunha, also considered a legend by many. Today an image of Santa Claus was placed in the church of Cabo Frio and in the notch in Arraial do Cabo.

This opening is approximately 5 meters wide and 40 feet. The opening occurs almost at sea level, but before that there is a rocky part, the exact spot where the saint's statue is housed.

A great star in Arraial do Cabo, Praia do Farol is one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Lakes Region and, without exaggeration, in all of Brazil. It has gained fame especially for being classified by INPE (National Institute for Space Research) as one of the most perfect beaches in the country, following criteria of water purity, sand quality and landscape. Fame spread and today Praia do Farol is one of the must-see tours in Arraial do Cabo.

Farol Beach is almost mythical. Being a protected area of ​​the Brazilian Navy, the beach has limited access. To get there you have to take one of the authorized tours and only 250 visitors can stay at the beach every 45 minutes. That is, nothing to enjoy a whole day on the white sands of Farol Beach. Even with very limited time, it is worth taking the tour. The water color and transparency are impressive! With luck, you can still see dolphins, turtles, stingrays and even orcas passing through the area. A treat for visitors.

The boat for 40 minutes on the sand strip to enjoy the beach.

Also known as "Prainhas", it is divided into two, separated by rocks (at high tide, becomes one). To reach the calm, transparent waters perfect for bathing, you have to face a wooden staircase of 255 steps, which leaves the Atalaia hill. The view is charming, unveiling the Lighthouse Island. Due to its cost and transparent waters, it is perfect for diving, being a stopping point for boat rides.

Boat for 40 minutes on the sand strip to enjoy the beach.

Located in a cove 1.5 km from the center, Forno beach is accessible only by boat or 15-minute trail (from the left corner of Anjos beach). In addition to the preserved forest, clear waters and corals, it also houses a floating restaurant specializing in oysters and shellfish. In addition to the boat rides, which always stop there, a more affordable alternative for those who want to enjoy the beach all day (and do not want to face the trail) is boarding the trawlers that do boat taxi service. They depart from the pier of Praia dos Anjos and travel to Praia dos Anjos x Praia do Forno.

The boat for 40 minutes stops to bathe.