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Happy Mardi Gras |
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Mardi Gras is a grand festival belonging to the Mediaeval times. Over the period of time, this festival has transformed into a grand Carnival. Origin of this fete can be traced back to Romans living in medieval period in Europe. It was also known as Lupercalia. During this, Romans paid homage to their deity Lupercus. This circus-type fete is now world famous for its color and vibrancy.
Mardi Gras takes place in between 3rd of February and 9th March.
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| The grand celebrations however, begin on 6th January. This is also known as the “Twelfth Night”. Mardi Gras ends a day ahead of Ash Wednesday, which is also known as the “Fat Tuesday”. The festival gives way to the Lent, welcoming the festival with its own departure. |
Mardi Gras celebrations are the best that you can be a part of. Places to visit for being a part of this gala fete are New Orleans, Mobile, La and Al. Each city has a unique style of observing Mardi Gras. The grandest of all the celebrations however, takes place in New Orleans. Parades, masquerades, ball dances, and comedy shows are very much a part of the Mardi Gras fete. The carnival season is all about thrilling parades and fun filled activities. |
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Very aptly known as the Carnival festival, the parades are the most spectacular event taking place for the event. People from far and wide visit New Orleans and other locations to participate in the most thrilling festival that occurs before lent. They enjoy getting dressed up and being a part of the beautiful Lundi Gras and Mardi Gras celebration, which occurs on Monday and Tuesday respectively. Walking through the streets wearing colorful costumes and masks adds a fun factor to this medieval festival.
The festival is known for its colorful celebration that takes place in New Orleans and other cities of America. Taking place before the Lenten season, the festivities are inspired from the traditional Christian practices held during yesteryears. In today’s world however, Mardi Gras is all about parades, balls and fun events that are greatly awaited all through the year. Carnival Krewes in New Orleans have groups as old as 100 years that practices various acts for shows held during the week. Another destination, which is also known as the ‘King of Carnival’ is Rio de Janiero in Brazil. The festival is also celebrated in Spain, Sydney, Australia and Trinidad. Tourists however, enjoy strolling through the streets and marching ahead with the parade during the carnival season. Parties held for this occasion too are worth being a part of. You can savor pieces of the “King Cake” and might even end up getting the traditional trinkets for good luck. Get ready to welcome the Mardi Gras fete and choose your perfect dress to appear the best in the carnival.
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