11 Most Incredible Instagrams From Carnaval in Rio

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

A photo posted by Terry George (@terrygeorge) on Feb 7, 2016 at 12:06am PST

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

A photo posted by MTV Uutiset (@mtvuutiset) on Feb 8, 2016 at 3:21am PST

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

A photo posted by Las Iguanas (@lasiguanas) on Feb 8, 2016 at 7:01am PST

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Nothing is going to spoil the fun of the parade.

A photo posted by Antonio Alves Photography (@antonioalvesphotography) on Feb 8, 2016 at 8:58am PST

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

A photo posted by Terry George (@terrygeorge) on Feb 7, 2016 at 12:13am PST

A photo posted by André Eisler (@andreeisler) on Feb 9, 2016 at 9:42am PST