![RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - JULY 05: An aerial view at Ipanema beach amidst the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on July 5, 2020 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The practice of physical activities on boardwalks and individual sports at sea is allowed. However, the use of chairs and tents on the sand is still prohibited. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/MDJUK5LF2WZFNRYKJIQ7NVYKMU.jpg?smart=true&auth=b6b6086f5e19ffabd0da2300e9f9d7ba1bf0be93f9fdd23e6a53b5fdf42ce77c&width=400&height=225)
An aerial view of Rio de Janeiro's Ipanema beach. Courtesy Getty Images
An aerial view of Rio de Janeiro's Ipanema beach. Courtesy Getty Images
Rio's famed beaches to remain closed until a Covid-19 vaccine is available
The city's mayor has announced that sunbathing and swimming will remain off limits for the foreseeable future