Carnival as a tradition originated in ancient Rome. Later this wonderful idea picked up by the different countries of the world. Many prohibitions and persecutions endured carnival. But all this is in the past. And today, His Majesty Carnival marches across the world with his head held high.
Brazilian Carnival
The most famous carnival in the world is held annually here, in Rio de Janeiro streets. That is to say, carnival samba rhythms, fiery and beautiful Latin American dance. Carnival headed "princess" of samba, each of which carries a flag of their school. Male and female dancers in a very candid costumes, glitter, fun atmosphere and festive splendor everywhere! The city held baly- masquerades, dance contests and costumes, concerts throughout the week. The cost of participation in the carnival is from 250 to 600 dollars.
Mardi Gras
This February's a miracle takes place in New Orleans (French Quarter). The main difference from all the other noisy and exhilarating extravaganzas - its unpredictability. Half-naked girl hurled into a crowd of colorful beads, which becomes the gathering for participants simply a matter of principle!
Venice Carnival
One of the largest carnivals in the world! During the carnival, the whole Venice turns into an open-air theater. Here the characters come alive dell'arte comedy. Here, walking arm in arm with the Colombina Arlecchino. In a sad Pierrot, sitting next to Punchinello. And who will be able to submit the carnival, without the famous Venetian masks! All this creates an atmosphere of love, fairy tales and romance! Every year on the feast attracts up to 500 000 seekers of romance and adventure.
French carnival
Love of life imbued with the atmosphere of the festival. The main figure is the celebration of His Majesty the King. Parade of flowers and flower fights - obligatory components of French Carnival. A carnival in Nice in mid-February to 4 March.
Swiss carnival
Nocturnal romance with lighted lanterns, grand parade with the drummers and flutists, fun activities for children and evening madness for adults. Carnival takes place in Basel, celebrated for two days.
German carnival
Despite some pedantry of the people, the carnival takes place quite fun. Particularly active women here that on November 11 at 11 hours and many minutes of "capture" the town hall of Cologne telling it to start the holiday. Spirits, ghosts, figures karikaturizirovannye politicians take an active part in the parade. Prudent men are these days only paper ties, otherwise you can easily part with a particularly favorite article of clothing on the street. Their spoils of war enterprising ladies cling on costumes.
Carnival in Goa
It heralds the beginning of the carnival old Portuguese music. If you're lucky enough to visit Goa during the Carnival, you should be prepared for the fact that you are sprinkling colored powder and colored water will pour. All this means a wish happiness and success in the coming year. Therefore, to avoid having to go back home, like a living rainbow, it is advisable to stock up a change of clothes. The fun continues for three days. After a day of battles, tired but happy people are sent to admire the fireworks.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The history of this festival dates back to the times of Felipe IV, when during a wedding taking place on these islands, the men and women of my clothes, and the king and queen dressed ordinary peasants. Since then, the tradition of festive folly remain unchanged. This carnival matched his Brazilian colleague. The festival starts at 8 pm and lasts until morning. There have been cases where the number of participants reached 200 thousand. The end of the Carnival marks the beginning of preparation for the next.
Colombian carnival
He goes to the city of Barranquilla. It combines Afro-Indo-European tradition, by which takes pride of place next to the such as the Brazilian carnival and Mardi Gras. The festival starts with the selection of the Queen of Carnival. After her coronation, the holiday is considered open. Costume show, a parade of colors, various competitions - that is the Carnival of Barranquilla.
"The Greatest Show on Earth"
That's what is called carnival, passing the islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Initially, the island is a French colony, so in its present form, the carnival is kvintesentsiyu French sophistication and Caribbean expression. This carnival is simply not conceivable without the famous "Calypso". Carnival begins with the selection of the king and queen of calypso. Then the holiday becomes a truly exciting action. Everywhere sounds of carnival music, beat drums and everything colored with bright colors.