The "Rio Carnival" in Brazil, South America, which was canceled for the first time in history last year due to the influence of the new coronavirus, opened on the 20th.
The "Carnival in Rio" is the world's largest festival to be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in the summer, but last year it was canceled for the first time due to the influence of the new coronavirus.
This year, due to the spread of Omicron strain, the event was postponed for two months in late February, and the opening ceremony was held on the 20th.
At the opening ceremony, the "King of Carnival" in a luxurious costume received a big key with the meaning of "opening the city for the carnival" and declared the opening.
At the opening ceremony, Mayor Paes of Rio de Janeiro said, "The pandemic experience has taught us the joy and happiness of life and the importance of world peace."
Over one million people from home and abroad visit each year during the carnival, but local media reports that the impact of the Corona disaster is expected to reduce tourists.
The Rio Carnival is expected to reach its peak with the heat of the festival, with a parade by top groups starting on the 22nd at a special venue called "Sambadrome".