Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, Parade venue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Sambadrome consists of a 700-meter-long avenue with grandstands on both sides, designed to accommodate 90,000 spectators during carnival events.
Oscar Niemeyer completed the construction of this architectural complex in 1984, marking his first substantial project after Brazil's return to democracy.
The venue hosts annual carnival competitions where samba schools present elaborate performances with thousands of dancers, musicians, and decorated floats.
Visitors can choose different seating categories, from ground-level boxes near the parade route to elevated grandstand sections that provide panoramic views.
The Praça da Apoteose at the end of the parade route features a distinctive arrangement of bleachers forming a square where participants gather after performances.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Inception: January 1, 1984
Architects: Oscar Niemeyer
GPS coordinates: -22.91138,-43.19685
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:51
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