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Carnival, São João, Bumba Meu Boi, Parintins and the calendar of festivals and cultural events that make Brazil unique, with tips on when and where to experience them.

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Corpus Christi Procession in Ouro Preto

02/05/2024

Picture: Pedro Vilela / MTur Corpus Christi in Ouro Preto, a historic city in Minas Gerais, Brazil, is a significant religious celebration that honors the...

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Easter in Ouro Preto

02/05/2024

Picture: Pedro Vilela / MTur Ouro Preto, a historic city in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is known for its rich cultural and religious traditions. Its...

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Parintins Festival

02/05/2024

Picture: T photography / Shutterstock.com The Parintins Festival is one of the most captivating cultural events in Brazil, held annually in the city of...

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Bumba Meu Boi Festival in São Luis

02/05/2024

Picture: Erica Catarina Pontes / Shutterstock.com Bumba Meu Boi is a traditional Brazilian folk festival that combines music, dance, and theatrical...

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Feast of St. John's

02/05/2024

Picture: Thales Antonio / Shutterstock.com São João, also known as the Feast of St. John, is a traditional festival celebrated in Brazil, particularly in the...

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Iemanjá festivities in Salvador

02/05/2024

Picture: Stefano Ember / Shutterstock.com The Iemanjá Festivity in Salvador is a vibrant and culturally significant celebration dedicated to Iemanjá, the...

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Festa do Divino - Paraty

02/02/2024

Picture: Bruno Teixeira / Blumar Turismo The Festa do Divino (Feast of the Divine) in Paraty is a traditional religious and cultural celebration held...

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Washing of Bonfim - Salvador

02/02/2024

Picture: Max Haack / Prefeitura de Salvador The Lavagem do Bonfim is a traditional and colorful religious event that takes place in Salvador, Brazil. This...

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New year’s eve in Rio de Janeiro

02/01/2024

Picture: Fernando Maia / Riotur The New Year's Eve celebration in Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach is one of the most iconic and spectacular events in the...

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Carnival in Olinda: All you need to know

02/01/2024

Picture: Walber Moura / MTur During Carnival, the historic hills of Olinda turn into a stage for a diversity of rhythms, from frevo to maracatu. The...

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Carnival in Paraty

02/01/2024

Carnival in Paraty is a unique celebration that blends tradition and authenticity. Located on the coast of Rio de Janeiro, the historic city transforms into a...

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Carnival in Ouro Preto

01/31/2024

Picture: Pedro Vilela / MTur The Carnival of Ouro Preto is a lively and unique celebration that combines tradition, culture, and joy. Located in Minas Gerais,...

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Carnival in São Paulo

01/31/2024

Picture: Rogério Cassimiro / MTur São Paulo's Carnival is not as popular as Rio’s, internationally, but for locals, the samba schools parade at the Sambódromo...

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Carnival in Belo Horizonte

01/31/2024

Picture: Pedro Vilela / MTur Carnival in Belo Horizonte is a vibrant and unique celebration that reflects the cultural diversity of the city. Setting itself...

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Carnival in Salvador - All you need to know

01/29/2024

Picture: Marcio Filho / MTur The Carnival of Salvador is an explosion of energy and rhythm, becoming one of the largest street parties in the world. Known for...

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Carnival Parade in Rio - All you need to know

01/29/2024

Picture: Fernando Maia / Riotur The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is a unique celebration that transcends cultural boundaries. Renowned worldwide, this exuberant...

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