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at a glance

others, also basing their names on the type of outfit they wear, choose names such as confusion, noise, explosion, and agony.

some of the more modern groups name themselves with terms relating to their origins, their beliefs, or the city itself. 

both the chained balls and the flags have classes, depending on their characteristics, such as height and weight.

depending on the groups involved, being caught in the middle of a bate-bola fight is not a pleasant experience, and can even be dangerous, reason why most people run away very quickly from clovis.  arrow-back      arrow-forward

history
attractions bailes
beaches parades
sports

blocos

entertainment samba schools
music rehearsals
nightlife marching
restaurants dates
shopping tickets
etiquette costumes

carnival

blocos de enredo blocos afro blocos das piranhas sujos & embalo transport
réveillon history most famous blocos' parades empolgação & bate-bolas lodging
accommodations zona sul
transport sambódromo
safety must do
extras photos & safety
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