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4 unusual facts about Brazilian Carnival


Angelo Agostini

During the 1880s Agostini started the periodical Revista Ilustrada, which became noted for its illustrated coverage of the annual Carnival.

Boiúna

It is among the creatures that attack Terra da Festa before the Carnaval Party.

Chloroethane

In Brazil, it is a traditional (though illegal) drug taken during Carnaval parades, known as "lança-perfume".

Rede Manchete

By 1987, for the first time, Rede Manchete and Rede Globo jointly broadcast the Brazilian Carnival to all over the country.


Megan Kalmoe

Her future ambitions include visiting the world's largest and most celebrated parties, including Carnival, Mardi Gras, New Year's Eve on Times Square, Oktoberfest, and the Super Bowl.


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