the Brazil Show takes you to Salvador da Bahia for a taste of Culture, food, African influence and joy of the people of Bahia as we visit Pelourinho, Praia do Forte, Porto da Barra, sample Acaraje, and dance Forro

Travel to Salvador Bahia with the Brazil Show

Another tragedy hits Rio de Janeiro with citizens in disbelief, anguish and sadness.

Cidade do Samba, the location which houses the factories for all Samba schools in Rio de Janeiro went up in a spectacular fire which the plumes could be seen from all over Rio de Janeiro. Grande Rio, one of Rio’s biggest and most popular schools is at a complete loss with all of their floats and costumes destroyed. Major damage was also sustained by Portela and Uniao de Ilha. The President of Portela arrived, but was not allowed to enter, thus ensued a confrontation with Military Police. At least two were arrested. Fortunately, there are no reported injuries or loss of life. Arson is suspected.

Rio de Janeiro Mayor, Eduardo Paes promises reconstruction to begin immediately.

Questions arising why the automatic fire prevention systems did not work have still not been answered. Arson is suspected.

Photo credits:

Gabriel de Paiva, O Globo

Marcos Estrella / Eu Reporter

Marcelo Schuback / Eu Reporter

Paula Ribeiro Eu Reporter

Fernando Noguchi / Eu Reporter