Here in Brazil, the Carnaval, is probably the most famous Holiday, as it is a 5 day party all around the country.
Everywhere you go, you can enjoy parties of all styles of people, music and places. The most famous places for Carnaval are Rio de Janeiro and Salvador. I have already been to Salvador in one day of this holiday, when I went on a cruise, called Carnavio. The party in Salvador is spectacular!! Shame that it was just for a day.
In Rio I have never had the chance, unless to see the “rehearsal” at the Avenue. There were only 3 samba schools, but one of the most important: Mangueira.
Although in Rio I have never watched the Carnaval Parade, in São Paulo I have watched 2 times. First, in 2002 I think, and last time, this year.Along the year, there are many rehearsals in each samba school court, where they choose for the lyrics, costume and everything necessary to win the parade. During the rehearsal everyone can go to know the samba school, to know the music theme and to enjoy with friends.
I have gone to the Rosas de Ouro court, where I usually go before the parade. This year I went there many times with friends. What a surprised, after many years this school won the 2010 Carnaval Parade. I was so glad!
It was a pity that when I went to the parade, this school wasn't on the roster for that day, but for the day before.
Anyway, after come back from overseas, I could enjoy the rehearsals during January, one day of Carnaval Parade and BBQ washed down with beers and swimming pool, in my friend’s country house.
