watching the carnival parades in the sambódromo is an unforgettable experience.

thousands of people marching together in beautiful costumes, and singing in a chorus the school's song is simply unforgettable.

what can add to this experience, is an understanding of all the elements present in each parade, and a glimpse in what role they play, and how they are judged by the jurados.

below we listed the 10 elements that are individually scored by the jurors, there to determine the champion of the parades.