Rio Carnival

There is no other Carnival like Rio's. Indeed, it is nearly difficult to think about Brazil's capital city without considering its Carnaval. Carnival, as presented by Rio de Janeiro, is one of the most exciting and well-attended cultural festivities on the planet. Despite its beginnings in ancient Greek revels celebrating Dionysus, the god of wine, Carnival was subsequently changed by the Romans to worship two of their own gods, and then by the Catholic church to have the festival celebrated directly before the period of Lent.

Rio de Janeiro has gained the title of World Carnival Capital because to its legendary samba dancing, vibrant eye-catching costumes, pulsing music, breathtaking float displays, and explosive atmosphere. Join a samba school (a local samba club) and dance, sing, and have fun at one of the world's biggest festivals.

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Time: Begins on Friday and ends on Ash Wednesday