Africa

Los participantes del carnaval de Bijagós usan máscaras y atuendos que asemejan a la fauna de la región

10 Best Carnivals in Africa

Although Africa is not a continent where carnival is practiced as in the case of Europe, Latin America or the Caribbean; the traditions, customs, colors and dances definitely have African origins.
El Mardi Gras de Nairobi es un nuevo proyecto innovador que mezcla moda y cultura

Nairobi Carnival, Kenya

Nairobi Carnival or Nairobi Mardi Gras is a wonderful carnival-style initiative that started in 2019.
El Carnaval de Calabar es un proyecto de integración cultural y aporte turístico

Calabar Carnival, Nigeria

Calabar Carnival, also known as Calabar Festival, is an annual celebration held in thecity of Calabar, Nigeria. This celebration is known as the pride of Nigeria, as the event which touches on themes of national identity and attracts thousands of visitors from all parts of the country and the region.
El Carnaval de Maputo es una celebración que busca reivindicar la cultura del país

Maputo Carnival, Mozambique

The Maputo Carnival is a celebration held every year in the capital of Mozambique. The event intends to position itself as the largest carnival nationwide.
Durante los desfiles del carnaval de Mindelo, los participantes usan disfraces llamativos

Mindelo Carnival, Cape Verde

Mindelo Carnival is one of the most important celebrations for Caboverdians. Carnivals are celebrated with large allegorical floats, extravagant costumes full of colors, lots of dancing and music.
Los diferentes espectáculos se desarrollan durante el desfile del carnaval de Ciudad del Cabo

Cape Town Carnival, South Africa

Cape Town Carnival brings art, passion, music and magic year after year to the capital of South Africa. Carnival is one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year and ignites the excitement of all locals and tourists.
Durante el carnaval Internacional de Harare los participantes visten de vivos colores

Harare International Carnival, Zimbabwe

The Harare International Carnival in Zimbabwe is an annual week-long celebration filled with events and activities. The aim of this carnival is to promote the arts, culture and heritage of Zimbabwe, as well as promote the unification of the population.
Las personas llenan las calles de la calle Takoradi para bailar a ritmo de la música variada

Ankos Festival, Ghana

The Takoradi Street Carnival, also known as the Ankos Festival, is an annual celebration held in the African country of Ghana. Its festivities mainly feature groups or bands that wear incredible costumes.
El carnaval Internacional de Victoria es punto de cuento de culturas y tradiciones

International Carnival of Victoria, Seychelles

The Seychelles Carnival, also known as the Victorian Carnival, is a wonderfully diverse and multicultural annual celebration in Seychelles. This carnival has proved to be one of the fastest-growing events over the years.
Las diferentes agrupaciones en el carnaval de Quelimane en una competencia de baile

Quelimane Carnival, Mozambique

The Quelimane Carnival is a celebration that occurs every year and attracts more than 50,000 people from all parts of the country, as well as a variety of tourists. The Carnivals of Quelimane have acquired the fame of being known as the carnivals of "Little Brazil".
Los participantes del carnaval de Bijagós usan máscaras y atuendos que asemejan a la fauna de la región

Bissagos Carnival, Guinea-Bissau

The Bijagós Carnival is the main celebration in Guinea-Bissau. The Carnival consists of an incredible mix of both African and Portuguese traditions.
Los desfiles son dirigidos por los reyes y reinas de las agrupaciones

Luanda Carnival, Angola

Luanda Carnival is an annual celebration that takes place days before Christian Lent. The carnival season brings with it a much-anticipated celebration across the length and breadth of the country.