Brazil: Carnival

Which interests you most (Rio, Salvador, Recife, etc.)?

The roots of Brazilian Carnival are a "synthesis of European, Native American, and Afro-Brazilian cultural influences". It originated from the Portuguese Entrudo , a 17th-century tradition characterized by chaotic street games where revelers threw water and flour at one another. Over time, these messy street battles evolved into the organized masquerade balls and parades seen today.

: This celebration is centered on Afro-Brazilian heritage and the trio elétrico —massive sound trucks that lead millions of people through coastal circuits. Musical genres like Axé and Samba-reggae dominate the airwaves here.

If you want to know more about a of the history (like the origins of Samba)? History of Brazil Carnival | RioCarnaval.org

Carnival in Brazil is far from uniform; each region offers a distinct atmosphere and musical heritage: