Carnaval in Olinda!!

I went to a beautiful town called Olinda. It is next to the big city of Recife in the North East of Brazil.

Carnival was AMAZING!!!! People were playing lots of music in the streets. There were trumpets, drums, shakers, and people singing. The atmosphere was very happy and exciting!

People walk along the streets in a big parade. Many people were wearing costumes and masks. The musicians and dancers are in front and people in fancy dress follow behind them. There were some giant dolls there too in the parade.

My favourite group of musicians and dancers (called a "bloco" in Portuguese) was made up of children who live in difficult situations. Many of them don't have homes or have much money. Some live on the streets. The crowd was delighted when they started to play!!! They must have alot of determination, and must have practised very hard!!