The document summarizes key details about Carnaval 2009 in Brazil. The themes of the "Escolas de Samba" ranged from India and France to the Amazon and oceans, with themes centered around people's dreams. Thousands of jobs were created through activities like embroidery and carpentry related to the Carnival celebrations. All materials used were recycled in order to generate income for poor communities. The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro saw around 150,000 public attendees over two days, with around 120,000 dancers and 45,000 tourists participating.

1. Carnaval 2009 Brazil Helga design

5. This year the themes from “ Escolas de Samba” goes from India to France to Amazonia… from the Oceans to Love .. Belle Époque .. Dreams from the people and made by the people. Thousands of jobs are created according to the Carnival since embroiderers until carpenters . All material used is recycled generating income for poor communities. Helga

7. Numbers of Carnaval : Rio de Janeiro Public : +- 150.000 in 2 days Dancers : + - 120.000 Tourists : + - 45.000 Music: Aquarela do Brasil - Gal Costa

36. All photos from Brazilian Press.