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The world's largest carnival attracting around 2 million people daily and totaling 6 million over the event. Features include samba competition with 12 samba schools at the Sambadrome parade, more than 500 street blocos, Carnival balls including the Magic Ball at Copacabana Palace, year-round samba school rehearsals, the Champion's Parade on the Saturday after carnival, and costume participation options. It is a top-tier event with excellent infrastructure and a festive atmosphere that epitomizes Brazilian culture.
The world's largest carnival attracting around 2 million people daily and totaling 6 million over the event. Features include samba competition with 12 samba schools at the Sambadrome parade, more than 500 street blocos, Carnival balls including the Magic Ball at Copacabana Palace, year-round samba school rehearsals, the Champion's Parade on the Saturday after carnival, and costume participation options. It is a top-tier event with excellent infrastructure and a festive atmosphere that epitomizes Brazilian culture.
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