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.
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.