Sarah BRown

Feb 15, 2024 | bbc.com | Sarah BRown |Sarah Brown

Brazil's heart-breaking site of two million enslaved AfricansBy Sarah BrownFeatures correspondentSarah Brown(Credit: Sarah Brown)Rio de Janeiro was once the world's largest slave city – and a walking tour through its "Little Africa" region is the best way to explore the history that shaped Brazil's national identity. Joining the huddle of other museum visitors, I peered into the glass-covered pit where fragments of human bones were scattered in the earth.

Feb 15, 2024 | flipboard.com | Sarah BRown |Sarah Brown

Costumes21 hours agoDancer's Hi-Tech Rio Carnival Costume Transforms Into a Glittery JaguarMy Modern Met - Regina Sienra • 21hThe Rio Carnival is one of the most colorful celebrations around the world. On top of the spectacular samba showcases, the festival also features hundreds of shiny and intricate costumes.

Feb 13, 2024 | bbc.com | Sarah BRown |Sarah Brown

Rio de Janeiro is betting on Carnival for 'cooler' parties – and a better BrazilBy Sarah BrownFeatures correspondentGabriel Monteiro/RioturIn Rio, a Brazilian government investment means Carnival could be bigger than ever (Credit: Gabriel Monteiro/Riotur)Rio's government made its most significant investment yet in 2024's Carnival. If it pays off, everyone wins. Rita de Cassia Oliveira takes a brief pause to reorganise a display of colourful earrings, before returning to serve a group of tourists.

Nov 27, 2023 | bbc.com | Sarah BRown |Sarah Brown

Brazil's mysterious tunnels made by giant slothsBy Sarah BrownFeatures correspondentHeinrich Theodore Frank(Credit: Heinrich Theodore Frank)These tunnels were once believed to hide religious fortunes deep in their chambers, but the real treasure is found in who – or what – created them. In 2009, a farmer was driving through his corn field in the south of Brazil when he suddenly felt his tractor sink and lurch to one side, making the vehicle shudder to a halt.

Oct 31, 2023 | bbc.com | Hugh Tucker |Mike MacEacheran |Sarah BRown |Sarah Brown |Sarah Reid