BrazilCarnaval in the bigger cities of Brazil is no joke -- it's a lot of fun, but they don't employ thousands of police officers and security guards for nothing. Thieves will rip the earrings right out of your ears and jam their hands into your pockets to fish around for something to steal -- and then get away with it because the crowds pressing into you are so dense. One of my friends got her camera stolen from around her neck when someone forcefully yanked and broke the thick strap (aside from losing her camera, her neck was hurt pretty badly). It's a once-in-a lifetime experience, so go, but bring a disposable camera if you must, leave watches and jewelry at home, and hide your keys and money in your shoes.
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