There are many people who like to enjoy the carnivals of our country, if this is your case it is also time to discover other carnivals in the world that you will also love. It’s a good idea to meet them because that way, little by little, you can organize your life to meet them in person.
The best carnivals in the world
- The carnivals of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. The carnivals of Santa Cruz de Tenerife are a very famous festival in Spain and its citizens take these holidays so seriously that they can extend the music and dances for up to a month –officially it lasts 10 days-. In these carnivals there are parades, dances, concerts, fireworks, many costumes, songs… and no less than a million people enjoying Tenerife.
- The carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are almost two million people -or more- who come to enjoy Rio de Janeiro on carnival days, to be able to enjoy the performances of more than 200 samba schools and more than 300 street schools. Carnivals last 4 days and there is a 24-hour party. The two main parades are offered by the most important samba schools and take place on Sunday and Monday.
- The carnival of Venice, Italy. With a good mask you could enjoy the most elegant and extravagant events you can attend all over Europe. A masquerade ball must be spectacular, but they also tell you about private parties that are somewhat wild… even if nothing has been proven, you will have to go to one to find out!
- New Orleans Carnival, USA. The New Orleans carnival cannot be left out and almost three quarters of a million people enjoy these festivities. They usually begin on January 6 – on the night of Three Kings – and are celebrated until midnight of the carnival – the day before Ash Wednesday. There are many parades with floats and people in costumes.