Grey skies and rain didn't dampen the spirits of the residents of São José de Mipibu. Local athlete Carlos Nascimento was the last torchbearer in the town, which said goodbye to the relay with an old school party in the main square.

You can't visit the Brazilian northeast without coming into contact with the nostalgic sounds of the accordion. The accordion orchestra of São José de Mipibu gives free classes to children, spreading the love of the instrument with a new generation.

After Antonio Neto nearly drowned at the age of six, his father insisted he take up swimming. Now 15, Antonio has already won 215 medals in the sport and is dreaming of participating in a future Olympic Games.