Facts about Carnival in Brazil

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   Blocos, informal street party groups, form a major part of Brazilian Carnival, with some Rio blocos attracting hundreds of thousands of revelers.

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2. 05

   Frevo, a fast-paced musical genre and acrobatic dance style originating in Pernambuco, is a central feature of Carnival celebrations in Recife and Olinda.

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   Salvador, Bahia hosts one of Brazil's largest Carnival celebrations, known for its trio elétrico tradition of bands performing on large moving trucks.

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4. 03

   Carnival in Brazil takes place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday, marking the start of the Catholic Lenten season.

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   During Carnival in Brazil, samba schools compete in elaborate parades judged on criteria including harmony, rhythm, costumes, and the quality of their allegorical floats.

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   Rio de Janeiro's Carnival is widely regarded as the largest carnival in the world, attracting millions of tourists and participants each year.

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