Samba Carnival in Brazil
In Rio de Janeiro on February 10.2013, at the height of the hot summer, the famous Brazilian carnival Сarnaval do Rio will begin. It continues for three days.
Back in 1984, a special stadium, the Sambadrome, was built in Rio, where the most massive carnival procession takes place. About 5 thousand participants of Samba Schools come here. They are preparing for this event all year long, sewing bright costumes. The weight of the largest suit reaches 80 kg and 3.5 meters in height. The stand of the Sambadrome accommodates 88.500 spectators. Competitions between Schools are organized by the Ministry of Tourism in cooperation with the League of Samba Schools. Numerous TV companies broadcast this biggest show around the world.
After the holiday, the best School-winner participates in famous Brazilian television talk shows. Second and third place winners also receive cash prizes.
On free days, you can visit a sightseeing tour of Rio, climb Mount Corcovado, where there is a 38-meter statue of Christ the Redeemer - the symbol of the city.
From Rio you can go to the Iguazu Falls. They were formed at the confluence of the Iguazu River with the Parana, the second largest river in South America. The width of the waterfalls reaches 3 kilometers.
For a few days you can go to the capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires, the largest city in the country. More than 12 million people live here. The city is distinguished by its architecture and is considered one of the most European in Latin America. And its streets are similar to the surroundings of the streets of Madrid, Paris, London and Naples. In the evening, you can attend a tango show, and then dine at the La Ventana restaurant, which is famous for its delicious cuisine.