Sesimbra is a place where the Carnival has a lot of tradition and like in many other places in Portugal, it’s nowadays very influenced by the Brazilian Carnival. And this is not strange has Portugal and Brazil share a common history, traditions and language. Also, with the coming of Brazilian emigrants to Portugal the Samba arrived with them and soon many local cultural associations adopted the joy of this dance in their festivities!

Despite all this, I must say it needs a bit of courage from the girl’s part to dress in tropical vests in the beginning of February! Fortunately, some warm transparent clothes, and the Sesimbra micro-climate provides a milder environment for them.

But of course, the warmth and joy of our Brazilian brothers Samba, which is contagious to all who assist to the parade, is the key for the raise of the heat!