Festival de Parintins, no Amazonas, come�a nesta sexta com 100 mil turistas que chegam pelo rio

The Festival de Parintins in Amazonas kicks off this Friday, expecting nearly 100,000 tourists to arrive by river, significantly boosting the local population. This traditional event, centered around the competition between the Garantido and Caprichoso bois-bumbôs, usually attracts around 100,000 visitors, doubling the city's population for three days. It’s a major cultural celebration that highlights the region's rich traditions and attracts tourists from far and wide, making it a crucial event for both local economy and cultural preservation.