Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is simply the BIGGEST HUMAN ARTISTIC MANIFESTATION on earth. Each year thousands of tourists all over the world travel to Rio de Janeiro to join the spectacle.

The Samba parade is Carnival's main event and it's definitely a must. Going to Rio during Carnival and not watching the parade is unforgivable. With BrazilParadise.com, besides getting the Parade's ticket, you will be able to be part of the parade getting your costume of any Samba School and feel the sound of 400 drummers while you dance and party at the Sambadrome.

On the 6 days of Carnival, Brazil is waiting for you and your friends to celebrate life, joy and happiness. Let experienced Brazilian Travel Agents take care of everything for you.

Cities : Rio de Janeiro
Duration : 5 nights, 6 days

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Rio de Janeiro

Carnival in Rio is characterized by Samba music, partying, and packed beaches. There are parties in the streets with BANDS . Private clubs and hotels around the city offer Carnival BALLS ranging from chic sophisticated ones to right out scandalous parties with scantily clad, or practically nude women. There are of course the world famous PARADES in the Sambadromo that you simply can`t miss. Go for the show or PARTICIPATE in the festivities yourself! If you`re not to hung over, you can check out the free MUSEUM at the Sambodromo. If you`re in town early try going to one of the Samba school REHEARSALS .
If you`re wondering how all this partying got it`s start you`ll have to look back quite aways. The tradition originated from pagan festivals long before the middle ages and was developed over the years in Brazil as the Catholics decided to let loose before Lent. Traditionally during Lent, Catholics gave up certain pleasures such as eating red meat and drinking alcohol for 40 days, starting Ash Wednesday the last day of Carnival. The five day long celebration begins with a cerimonial handing over of the keys of the city from the city Mayor to Rei Momo, the king of carnival and Lord of Misrule.