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Recife , often referred to as the Venice of Brazil, is a city shaped by its rivers, which wind through neighbourhoods before meeting the Atlantic Ocean. It is also a historic centre of colonial Brazil, where pastel coloured buildings sit beside modern high rises, and music spills out into the streets. In the epicenter of Pernambuco culture, you'll find frevo dancers with colourful umbrellas, hear Maracatu music on the streets, and enjoy long lunches of arrumadinho, fresh gri

Carnival in Brazil is one of the country’s largest and most iconic festivals. It takes place annually in the days leading up to Lent and combines music, dance, samba school parades at the Sambadrome , and street parties, called blocos . The most famous celebrations are held in the cities of Rio de Janeiro , Salvador , Recife and Olinda , however there are Carnival events held across the country. The festival attracts millions of locals as well as international travellers look

Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links, meaning if you buy a product using these links I may receive a small commission. Thanks for your support! The Carnival in Pernambuco, concentrated in the sister cities of Olinda and Recife , is famous for its Frevo music and diverse blocos (street parties) that bring the streets to life with unique themes. Pernambuco’s Carnival is a festival that blends African, Indigenous, and Portuguese influences into one of the most trad

The blocos, also called "bloco de rua" or "bloco de carnaval", are community-organized street parties that have become the lifeblood of Brazil's Carnival. Unlike the lavish parades of the Sambadrome , which where samba schools compete and showcase their artistry, blocos are open street parties that anyone can join. These street parties date back to the 19th century, evolving from informal neighborhood gatherings into the diverse range of events they are today. More than just