City Hall launches official Carnival website.

Bahia 247 The best Carnival in the country is also online. "With the mission of bringing the energy of the streets to the digital environment," the City Hall of Salvador launches the page. www.curtacarnaval.com.br and social media channels. On the page, in this first phase, it is possible to find step-by-step instructions for registering street vendors, press, and transportation, among other services, to provide citizens and tourists with information so they can make the most of the festival.

In the second phase of the website, which is currently under construction, the 'On Every Corner' section will feature news, videos, and photo galleries about the events and people who make Carnival happen. The 'Schedule' section will include maps of the main Carnival circuits, changes to Campo Grande, the Afrodromo parade, and a bit of the history of the trios (sound trucks).

The virtual trios will meet in the main square of Curta o Carnaval. There, revelers can take a virtual tour of the circuits with 360º Photos and feel like they're in the crowd with 360º Videos. Salvador's Carnival is more interactive, organized, and accessible for locals and tourists alike.

On social media, the party has already begun. On Facebook (http://facebook.com/curtacarnaval), Twitter (http://twitter.com/curtacarnaval) Instagram (http://instagram.com/curtacarnaval) and Youtube (http://youtube.com/curtacarnavalPeople from all over Brazil share their expectations and experiences, and learn a little about the history and unique aspects of Carnival.