s girlfriend to Búzios in order to enjoy the rest of their trip in a quieter
and more exclusive site. At the time, the small town had no electricity and
life there was quite bucolic yet it was the simplicity of the place, in
conjunction with the peninsula’s natural beauty, that made Brigitte Bardot fall
in love and declare her admiration for the small fishing village. Inevitably,
Búzios became a global spotlight and although other famous stars like Mick
Jagger and Madonna followed her path, none left such an impression as Bardot
did. The place where she stayed in Búzios for the first time is now a small
hotel, known as Pousada do Sol. The strip of land that connects Praia da
Armação with the most famous street in town, Rua das Pedras, was named after
her, Orla Bardot. The French Actress was also honored along the oceanfront path
through the bronze statue of herself made by Christina Motta. The final tribute
to the French Actress is the only cinema in the balneary named after her: Gran
Cine Bardot. Inside, there are many pictures of famous actors and actresses,
including Brigitte’s picture and signature, which hangs on a distinctive wall
