Photos by Alexis Maciel, (American University) Student Correspondent CET Brazil, Fall 2018
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I had seen so many pictures and movies about Christ the Redeemer, but to physically be there was surreal. This is the view from the top.
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Returning from Rio we had the opportunity to attend a samba school and see them practice for Carnaval 2019. It was SO much fun. Felt like we were actually at Carnaval!
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I finished off the month attending a professional soccer game with some friends. If there is one takeaway from this game, it’s that Brazilians take their soccer very, VERY seriously.