View of Calle Curuguaty in a traditional black neighborhood (Barrio Sur) of Montevideo, Uruguay

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One of the most imporant elements of Carnaval in Uruguay is Candombe, an African drum rhythm played on tambor drums. It was revitalized in the Americas by black slave descendents as a way by which to reclaim their cultural heritage and battle for civil rights.

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Size: 5616px × 3744px
Location: Curuguaty street, Montevideo, Uruguay
Photo credit: © Jason Rothe / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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