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Added on the 19/02/2023 06:20:43 - Copyright : Euronews EN
Rio de Janeiro mayor Eduardo Paes hands over the keys of the Brazilian city to the Rei Momo - king of the carnival - marking the start of the first carnival since Covid-19 hit Brazil, promising a giant, glittering spectacle of pandemic catharsis. IMAGES
Millions of revelers dance to the beat in the streets of Brazil for five days celebrating Carnival, though in some cities the party will continue.
Locals were delighted to welcome carnival floats back to Rio and São Paulo.
Rio's samba school Unidos da Tijuca dedicates its show to the Amazonian tribe Saterre Mawe, to represent the "resistance of the indigenous people who have historically been massacred" in Brazil and to draw attention to "environmental conservation".
Brazil marks the New Year with firework displays on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach, attracting thousands of spectators. IMAGES