Webcams in Brazil: what you’ll see
Four kilometres of sand and surf at Posto 6. The southern end of Copacabana at Posto 6, where fishermen bring in their catch at dawn and the beach fills with volleyball, vendors and swimmers by noon.
Best time to watch: Sunrise over the Atlantic, or weekend afternoons.
Brazil’s longest suspension bridge, at sunset. The Hercílio Luz Bridge links the island of Florianópolis to the mainland and is the symbol of the city. It is lit up in colour at night.
Best time to watch: Sunset, when the sun goes down behind the bridge.
A fishing village and surf beach on Florianópolis island. Barra da Lagoa is a former fishing village on the east coast of Florianópolis island, where the Conceição lagoon meets the Atlantic. It is popular with surfers and families.
Best time to watch: Brazilian summer, from December to March.
Turquoise natural pools and jangada boats in north-east Brazil. Porto de Galinhas is often voted Brazil’s best beach. At low tide, natural pools form in the coral reef, and colourful jangada sailing boats take visitors out to swim with tropical fish.
Best time to watch: Low tide on a sunny day.