Carnaval!!!!

Rio was Grande

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March 9th 2006
Hey yáll. After a gruelling, but scenic, 22 hour coach journey we´ve now arrived in Iguassu. But before we said goodbye to Rio we had time for a few more treats... Firstly, the Champions of Carnaval parade: This was a showcase of the best floats from the 4 day Carnaval the previous week. Taking place at the Samba Drome in front of over 100,000 spectators, the 8 hour festivities epitomised th ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more