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Friday, May 16, 2025
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Salvador's Carnaval
Salvador's Carnaval
Salvador's Carnaval rivals that of Rio in size, but is quite different in style. There are no elaborate balls or samba school parades, but rather lots of impromptu street dancing and axé music, a frenetic beat that combines Bahian and Jamaican rhythms. Another African legacy is capoeira, a form of self-defense blended with dance movements. It is performed on street corners and plazas throughout the city.
Religious fervor and historical traditions are part and parcel of Salvador. Legend has it that there is a different church for every day of the year. It’s only a slight exaggeration. Brazil is the largest Catholic country in the world, yet many Brazilians also practice Candomblé. Although Candomblé is practiced throughout Brazil, its roots are deepest here since it originated with the slaves. Attending a Candomblé ceremony is a fascinating experience.
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