The `Marvellous City's' annual Carnaval is a kaleidoscope of colourful costumes, fabulous floats and sensual sounds
Few cities in the world can match the stunning natural beauty and frenetic energy of Rio de Janeiro. Appropriately dubbed the "Cidade Maravilhosa" (Marvellous City), Rio's tropical climate, endless beaches and graceful arching coastal mountains combine to create a magical atmosphere.
This aura reaches its pinnacle during the city's Carnaval celebrations every February.
During Carnaval, daily street parties and nightly luxurious balls pave the way for a spectacular parade, in which samba schools compete against one another for bragging rights.
Samba drums fill the city with a pulsating rhythm that lasts for two weeks straight, and thousands of Brazilians from every walk of life try to outdo each other with outrageous and architecturally impressive costumes.
Intrepid travellers from around the world take part in the celebrations as well; some even participate in the parade.
In many ways, Carnaval is a showcase of the best that Rio has to offer, demonstrating the incredible vitality and exhilaration of a city that continues to blend unique traditions with extraordinary decadence.
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