The 15 most beautiful carnivals in the world

To start 2016 here are the dates to be remembered about the best carnivals in the world. A good reason to celebrate, to discover countries, cultures and a very special way of having fun. Follow the guide.

What better than a carnival to ignore for a time all the miseries of the world? A disguise, music, dance, parade and smiles on all lips. A festive atmosphere that restores morale. To give you some travel ideas, here are 15 of best carnivals in the world .

Carnival of Tenerife – Spain – 3 to 14 February 2016

One of the most famous. The carnival of Tenerife has the advantage of taking place in several towns on the island. Most of the festivities take place in Santa Cruz, but the cities of Puerto de la Cruz, Guimar, Candelaria, Los Cristianos, Los Gigantes or Tacoronte also host events. The capital presents a carnival between 3 and 14 February, but the island of Tenerife is on holiday throughout February.

During the carnival of Tenerife, one can enjoy the Grand Gala of Queen’s Election or the Enterrement of Sardine. Every year there are almost 500,000 people on site to discover the joys of the carnival.

Venice Carnival – Italy – January 30 to February 9, 2016

How not to talk about carnival without mentioning it carnival of Venice ? No way! A tradition that begins from the Middle Ages. The opening of the carnival (the most popular version) begins with the feast of the Maries. We also find the flight of the Angel and the flight of the Eagle and the election of the most beautiful costume. The fame of the carnival of Venice was made thanks to the famous Venetian masks and its balls . An elegant carnival, full of mysteries that attracts many tourists every year.

Rio de Janeiro – Brazil – 5-9 February 2016

The Rio de Janeiro carnival is also a known event of all. For the 2016 edition, it will be held from 5 to 9 February. The opportunity for samba school students to scroll through the streets of the city and get notes by the carnival jury. Even if visitors can only watch the parade, the atmosphere, the music and the dance offer an unforgettable show for people who have the chance to get there. To the amateurs.

Carnival of Binche – Belgium – 7 to 9 February 2016

The carnival of Binche is reputed and classified in the UNESCO Oral and Intangible Heritage. A safe value to spend a pleasant time. On site, you can discover masked people, original parades with men disguised as a woman without forgetting the day of children. The highlight of the show is the Mardi Gras with costumes made of hats, ostrich feathers with grelots and gogo straw. The Gilles then made the show in the Belgian city.

Tuesday Gras – New Orleans – United States – January 6 to February 9, 2016

The electric atmosphere of New Orleans is at its height during the carnival . Even if the best-known date is Mardi Gras on February 9, 2016, other festivities take place in January. For example, on 6 January will take place a parade in the French district. On January 10th, you will have the parade of Poséidon, etc. Find an atmosphere of madness with tanks, costumes, fanfares with throwing candy and gold coins. A famous carnival to celebrate and taste the warmth of Louisiana.

Cadiz Carnival – Spain – February 4 to 14, 2016

The Carnival of Cadiz Andalusia is an ideal place to have fun with friends or families. A good general mood takes hold of the city. The parades of disguised people follow each other and the music resounds in the streets. Everyone plays the game, a communion between participants, tourists and inhabitants. A mix that leaves fishing to enjoy life in all its simplicity.

Carnival of Oruro – Bolivia – 5 to 8 February 2016

Another carnival classified as Unesco’s immaterial heritage is in Bolivia . The Carnival of Oruro is the most important event of the year in the country. Events that combine colors, dances, parades, water balloons and foam battle. 200,000 spectators attend the carnival parade every year on the 4 kilometers that make up the course.

Carnival of Viareggio – Italy – 7 to 28 February 2016

In Italy, you have the carnival of Venice and that of Viareggio. The city of Tuscany hosts hundreds of thousands of people every year to admire the parade of the giant carvings and characters in a paste carton. A joyous atmosphere for a moment of fairy for young and old.

Trinidad and Tobago Carnival – February 8 and 9, 2016

A few days are enough to set fire at the Trinidad and Tobago carnival. This small island of the Antilles of 1.3 million people welcomes a costumed parade and offers everyone to dance in the streets. On site, you can try traditional dances such as calypso or soca on the music played by steel bands (percussion orchestras).

Carnival of Sitges – Spain – 2-10 February 2016

Meeting in Catalonia in the small town of Sitges for one of the oldest carnivals of Spain . A world fame that attracts many people every year. On site there are colours, fantasy, feathers and glitters. A strong place for gay and lesbian communities who meet for a week to celebrate.

Carnival of Las Palmas – Spain – January 29 to February 21, 2016

For a month, the inhabitants of Las Palmas and tourists can enjoy the many parades, the music and disguises of the participants. A renowned carnival that places Les Canaries at the centre of the festive places during this period. Get on the spot to enjoy the festivities set up!

Carnival of Ivrea – Italy – January 6 to February 10, 2016

Even if you don’t necessarily know the Ivrea carnival, you must have heard the existence of an orange battle. During this carnival, the participants battled with almost 400 tons of orange in the figure. A struggle between the different districts of the city of Ivrea. An unusual show that is not to remember the Tomatina .

Carnival of Terra Endins – Torelló – Spain – 4-10 February 2016

Another well-known carnival is held in Catalonia. The Terra Endins carnival of the city of Torelló lasts a week. On the programme, an original parade where men dress as women and vice versa. We also discover the disguisement of the edition and the famous burial of the Sardine.

Carnival Antroxu – Gijon – Spain – 5-9 February 2016

The carnival of Gijon or traditionally called Antroxu, takes place every year for a few days in February. On site you can enjoy the parade of disguised children, the fanfares contest, the parade of the carrots, the funeral of the Sardine, etc...

Carnival of Notting Hill – London – England – August 29 to 31, 2016

Every year, the famous London district is rocked by carnival parades with Caribbean influences. You can enjoy the warmth of the English capital to relax on exotic sounds and appreciate the colours of the carnival!