What is carnival in brazil

In February and March, thousands of people swarm the streets, uniting to celebrate Carnival in cities including Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, Trinidad and Tobago's Port of Spain, and El Callao, Venezuela.

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Recognized by its vibrantly colored floats and costumes, massive parades, and an abundance of food, music, and festivities, Carnival celebrations—which are meant to be an expression of freedom—are truly a spectacle that attract tourists from all over the world to its hosting cities.

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The start of the Carnival season traditionally aligns with the Christian observation of Lent, a 40-day period leading up to Easter that typically involves fasting, or giving something up as a sign of sacrifice in exchange for spiritual replenishment.

For this reason, Carnival, which is characterized by lively indulgence, happens just prior to Ash Wednesday (which falls on February 17 this year), though some organizations may vary their timeline to last slightly beyond that, or to take place at a different date entirely.

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