Samba School: Imperatriz Leopoldinense

Three-time winner in a row (in 1999, 2000 and 2001) which is the only current record holder challenged by Beija-Flor. Its success is due to its technically excellent performance. The School's long-time female Carnival Designer, Rosa Magalhães makes idiosyncratic fairy-tale like artistic creations.

The highlight of Brazil Carnival is undoubtedly the Rio Samba Schools Parade, a totally unique event in the world.

The Rio Samba Parade is the review of a