Rio de Janeiro, Carnival

At least 10 hospitalized in fire at Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival costume factory
A fire in a factory that produces costumes for the carnival in Rio de Janeiro has left 10 people hospitalized, health authorities said.
Dozens injured in a fire at a costume factory in Rio de Janeiro days before Carnival
The Rio de Janeiro Carnival is undoubtedly the most iconic celebration in Brazil and the most anticipated event by Brazilians. This date becomes the center of the country's life, with thousands of locals and tourists flooding the streets to enjoy the vibrant rhythm of samba and fully experience the celebration.
Fire at Rio de Janeiro Carnival costume factory injures 21
A fire broke out Wednesday at a factory making costumes for Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, injuring 21 people in a blow to the famed extravaganza that attracts millions of tourists to the Brazilian city every year.
Firefighters rescue carnival workers from factory fire in Rio de Janeiro
At least 20 people were injured, 10 critically, after a fire destroyed a clothing factory in the north of Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday. (AP/Diarlei Rodrigues)
At Least 20 Injured as Fire Tears Through Key Rio Carnival Costume Factory
At least 22 people were injured, 12 of them seriously, after a fire tore through a key costume factory for Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival, news outlet O Globo reported.Footage released by Rio’s city government Operations Center shows flames engulfing the Maximus Confeccoes factory in the Ramos neighborhood.
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Uncover the Secret Side of Rio de Janeiro
During the fabled celebrations of Carnival, exotic costumes topped off by feathered ... that Portuguese explorers founded the city of Rio de Janeiro in 1565. And, just as Rio in its early ...
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Samba and sequins: Rio carnival in pictures
Brazil's most famous carnival celebrations have taken place in Rio de Janeiro. More than 70,000 people gathered at the city's huge concrete arena known as the Sambadrome, where samba schools ...
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The Rio de Janeiro Carnival is back after two years of suspension due to the pandemic
Revellers from Imperatriz Leopoldinense samba school perform during the first night of the Carnival parade at the Sambadrome in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, April 22, 2022. REUTERS/Pilar Olivares ...
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The world’s biggest party - a complete guide to Brazilian Carnival
From the dazzling cultural parades of Rio de Janeiro to the 96-hour-long parties in Olinda, here’s a comprehensive guide to all things Carnaval. When is Carnival (or Carnaval)? Rooted in ...
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Best Times To Visit Rio de Janeiro
The city's seductive samba beat and incredible panoramic views last year-round, but arrive in February to experience Carnival ... is also the season when Rio de Janeiro sees the most rainfall ...
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Business not as usual in Rio during paradeless Carnival weekend
Some 13,000 buses have been readied to meet demand, but booking so far account for 70% of figures from pre-pandemic Carnival weekends. Rio de Janeiro's Botanical Garden (JBRJ) will be open to ...