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Rio de Janeiro's Carnival isn't just glitter and feathers—it's a megaphone for Brazil's most pressing stories. This year, legendary samba school Salgueiro turned its parade into a vibrant tribute to the country's Indigenous peoples, blending pulsating rhythms with powerful social commentary.
Dancers in intricately designed costumes echoed traditional Indigenous attire, while massive floats depicted scenes of Amazonian biodiversity. The performance highlighted both cultural pride and ongoing struggles for land rights—a bold move during the world's largest outdoor party.
\"Our parade is resistance through beauty,\" one participant told CGTN correspondent Lucrecia Franco. The school's choice comes as Brazil sees renewed debates about preserving Indigenous territories and cultural heritage.
While tourists flock for the spectacle, locals recognize Carnival's role as Brazil's living history book—where samba beats carry messages that resonate long after the last float leaves the Sambadrome.
