Rio Carnival is one of the biggest, boldest and brightest events in the Brazilian calendar, and it’s taking the country’s tourism capital by storm next week. The sound of samba rings, raucous parties ...

Founded in 1948, Beija-Flor is one of the most awarded samba schools in Rio de Janeiro, with 14 championship titles, and the third most successful school in the history of the Rio Carnival.

The festivities for Rio's Carnival kicked off Monday night as Samba school ‘Unidos da Tijuca’ took the stage with an Afro-Brazilian religious theme, paying tribute to Logun Edé, a deity from ...

From Rio's dazzling parades to Trinidad's soulful rhythms, Carnival unites the world in vibrant celebration. Its roots trace ...

Rio's Carnival officially ended Wednesday, but several large parties are still scheduled through the weekend. The top six finishing samba schools get to march again on Saturday in a champions' parade.

The carnival, which has earned the distinction of being “The Greatest Show on Earth,” saw participants in dazzling costumes and energetic performances.

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Rio’s beaches Copacabana and Ipanema need little introduction. Instead, go to the locals’ beach Praia Vermelha in the ...