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Rio Carnival · Traditional Festivals & Ceremonies

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Rio Carnival · Traditional Festivals & Ceremonies

World's largest carnival featuring samba parade competitions with 2 million daily participants. Key experiences include Sambadrome parades, street blocos, costume balls, samba school rehearsals, and Champion's Parade. The festival showcases vibrant costumes and rhythmic samba music in an electrifying atmosphere.

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World's largest carnival featuring samba parade competitions with 2 million daily participants. Key experiences include Sambadrome parades, street blocos, costume balls, samba school rehearsals, and Champion's Parade. The festival showcases vibrant costumes and rhythmic samba music in an electrifying atmosphere.

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Best season: Summer
Difficulty: 7
Region: Brazil, South America

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