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Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
October 6th, 2009 | Author: admin
Rio Carnival is held in month of February. The modern Brazilian Carnival finds its roots in Rio de Janeiro in the 1830s, when the city’s bourgeoisie imported the practice of holding balls and masquerade parties from Paris. It originally mimicked the European form of the festival, over time acquiring elements derived from African and Amerindian cultures. It not only provides entertainment for many people around the world but at the same time it gives also a chance to learn about the true culture of Brazil. The highlight is Rio Carnival Parade called the Samba Parade -everybody has to experience at least once in life.
The Carnival celebration in Rio di Janeiro is one of the biggest parties held anywhere in the world. Carnival is held 40 days prior to Easter and allows Brazilians to celebrate with food and drink before abstaining during Lent. You can experience the sights and sounds of Carnival in Rio by preparing a flight and accommodations well ahead of time.
Shop the major Brazilian airlines, several of which, including Transbrasil and VARIG Brazilian, fly into Rio di Janeiro. You should look for a combination of low airfare and a comfortable ride.
Book your flight into Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to reach Rio directly. This major South American airport provides service for a dozen international airlines and is located about 20 minutes north of the city.
Take the scenic route to Rio from other parts of Brazil via charter flights and regional airlines. There are dozens of cities throughout Brazil, including Recife and Portaliza, that have such small airlines. You should budget a large amount of money if you plan on taking more than one charter flight.
Purchase taxi vouchers in the airport after you fly into Rio for Carnival. There are vendors at both terminals that provide prepaid tickets for your taxi service into the city. You will have to haggle and bargain with taxi drivers without these vouchers.
Board the airport bus from the main level to your hotel in Rio. The bus departs on a regular basis from the main entrance of the airport for a small fee. You can take the bus to major hotels in Rio as well as to several stops along the beach.
Rent a car to help you travel from the airport into Rio for Carnival. The airport has counters for several international rental car companies that are easily accessible from the main terminals. You can take Linha Vermelha or Avenida Brasil into Rio, but prepare for difficult parking.
The modern Brazilian Carnival finds its roots in Rio de Janeiro in the 1830s, when the city’s bourgeoisie imported the practice of holding balls and masquerade parties from Paris. It originally mimicked the European form of the festival, over time acquiring elements derived from African and Amerindian cultures.
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