The is the central artistic and musical ensemble of the Arraial do Pavulagem , a prominent cultural movement in Belém do Pará, Brazil . Comprising hundreds of volunteers, the battalion leads vibrant street parades ( arrastões ) that celebrate Amazonian folklore and religious devotion, most notably during the Círio de Nazaré festivities. Core Components of the Ensemble
: While active during June (Arraial de Junho), the Batalhão is a key fixture in the Círio de Nazaré cycle in October. BatalhГЈo da Estrela
The battalion is not a single band but a collective organized into specific artistic "wings" or groups: The is the central artistic and musical ensemble
