Mayara Lima is famous for her hypnotising samba style. Here, she shares the best samba experiences in Rio, from traditional school events to samba circles.

The roots of Brazilian Carnival trace back to the Portuguese colonial period when European settlers brought their festive traditions to Brazil in the 17th century. These celebrations were heavily ...

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Carnival always breathes life into the economy of Vila Vintem, a favela on Rio de Janeiro's west side, but this year the pulse is even stronger with its Unidos de Padre Miguel ...

Superstar Anitta has won over pop music fans in Brazil and abroad, even more so since she added English and Spanish singing ...

In 1965, Ivone Lara made history by becoming the first woman to sign a samba-enredo [ the main theme] for the main Rio de ...

The Adidas Samba has lived a number of lives in its 70-plus-year history. Designed by brand founder Adi Dassler in 1949 (the ...

Often described as the "headquarters of samba", it has played a pivotal role in shaping Rio's Carnival culture. "This is where you'll find classic samba," says Lima. "Cacique de Ramos is the ...