Rio de Janeiro has long been regarded the carnival capital of the World. Brazil officially kicked off World Cup fever on Sunday in a carnival frenzy, unveiling the national soccer team's new jersey at one of the biggest street parties on the planet.

A dancer from Mocidade Alegre samba school, performs during carnival celebrations at the Sambodrome in Sao Paulo, Sunday, February 14 2010.

(Andre Penner, AP)

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