Carnival season always breathes life into the local economy of Rio de Janeiro’s Vila Vintém favela – but particularly this year, after its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school was elevated to the top Carnival league after 57 years, meaning much more money from the city to put on its parade. (AP video/ Mario Lobao)
Rio samba school empowers community through solidarity, sustenance and samba
Carnival season always breathes life into the local economy of Rio de Janeiro’s Vila Vintém favela – but particularly this year, after its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school was elevated to the top Carnival league after 57 years, meaning much more money from the city to put on its parade. (AP video/ Mario Lobao)