Galo da Madrugada Picture 1

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Carnival, the largest popular festival in Recife, is different in time and space. So, starting in January, begin trials, and successes of previous carnival marches, invading the streets, clubs, bars and anywhere else fits the joy and warmth of the people of the iceberg.

When it comes week before the Boa Viagem beach carnival opens way for a young man, characterized by the sound of electric trios and parades blocks. In the day officially dedicated to Momo, the Reef offers special attractions: the Galo da Madrugada the biggest carnival parade planet, as recorded in the Guinness Book, the Night of the Silent Drums, bringing together groups of Maracatu and afoxés, a mystical homage to their ancestors;

Carnival and the district of Recife, which is a must know the Pole Rec-Beat, with shows movement swamp beat, fusion of pop music with folk rhythms, or watch the parade of the maracatu and the meeting of traditional blocks, to preserve the authentic carnival Pernambuco. Just 6 km from the center of Recife, Olinda, a World Heritage City, also reveals a carnival full of beauty, participation and folklore.

In October, Frevo back to warm the hearts with Recifolia, one of the busiest off-season carnivals in the country.

Credits: Department of Culture, Tourism and Sport

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