11 Most Incredible Instagrams From Carnaval in Rio

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by Morgane Croissant Feb 9, 2016

The samba dancers’ outfits are minuscule, but extremely elaborate.

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Performers from over 70 different samba schools prepare all year long to succeed in the annual parade.

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The Rio Samba Parade in the Sambodromo attracts huge crowds. Up to 5 million people gather annually for the festivities.

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Nothing is going to spoil the fun of the parade.

The peformers are impressive, but the floats are downright crazy.

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