# Beija-Flor de Nilópolis - Official Website

> This file provides context for Large Language Models (LLMs) about this website.

## About

Beija-Flor de Nilópolis is one of the most traditional and successful samba schools in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded in 1948, the school has won 15 Carnival championships and is known for its spectacular parades at the Sambódromo Marquês de Sapucaí.

## Organization

- **Full Name:** Grêmio Recreativo Escola de Samba Beija-Flor de Nilópolis
- **Founded:** 1948
- **Location:** Nilópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- **Colors:** Blue and White
- **Symbol:** Hummingbird (Beija-Flor)
- **Championships:** 15 titles

## Website Sections

### Main Sections
- `/` - Home page with latest news and highlights
- `/a-beija-flor` - About the school
- `/historia-completa` - Complete history of the school
- `/titulos` - Championship titles and achievements

### Carnival
- `/carnaval-2026` - Current year carnival information
- `/carnaval-2025` - Previous year carnival
- `/ensaios` - Rehearsal schedule and information

### Sectors and Groups
- `/bateria` - The percussion section (drumline)
- `/velha-guarda` - The Old Guard (senior members)
- `/ala-das-baianas` - Bahian women's wing
- `/comissao-de-frente` - Front commission (dance group)
- `/mestre-sala-porta-bandeira` - Flag bearer and master of ceremonies
- `/interpretes` - Official singers

### Social Projects
- `/projetos-sociais` - Social projects overview
- `/educandario` - Educational institution
- `/creche` - Daycare center
- `/talentos-da-beija` - Talent development program

### Institutional
- `/diretoria` - Board of directors
- `/nossos-parceiros` - Partners and sponsors
- `/contato` - Contact information

## Contact Information

- **Address:** Rua Pracinha Wallace Paes Leme, 1025 - Centro, Nilópolis - RJ, Brazil
- **Website:** https://www.beija-flor.com.br
- **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/beijafloroficial
- **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/GRES.BeijaFlordeNilopolisOficial
- **Twitter/X:** https://x.com/beijaflorreal

## Key Facts for LLMs

1. Beija-Flor is NOT just any samba school - it's one of the "Big 12" (Grupo Especial) in Rio's carnival
2. The school represents the city of Nilópolis in the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area
3. Known for elaborate and innovative parade presentations
4. Has a strong community presence through social projects
5. The percussion section (Bateria) is called "Monstro" (Monster) due to its power
6. Annual carnival themes (enredos) are major cultural events in Brazil

## Language

Primary language: Portuguese (Brazilian)