Amy meeting some of the performers

RIO CARNIVAL - The Greatest Show on Earth

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February 13th 2010
Well the night finally arrived and it was time for the Rio Carnival - a dream come true for Andy and something we were all excited about. The evening started with a street carnival on the road below our apartment. We hung out the window and watched people dancing to the band music down the street. The mood was electric. Getting to the Sambadrome was easy, but chaotic. We took the Metro al ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro » 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