Open Directory - Society: Holidays: Mardi Gras and Carnival

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Carnaval de Barranquilla, Columbia - Contains pictures of Carnaval de Barranquilla and information about the city of Barranquilla.
Carnaval.com - Guide to global carnival celebrations, parades, and travel information.
Carnival New Orleans - Anything and everything that is Mardi Gras in the town. Includes a blog, pictures of Barkus parades and costumes in the French Quarter, and virtual tour.
Carnival in Malta and Gozo - History of carnival and official programme.
Carnival of Venice - Festival history, events, photo gallery and suggestions to visitors on sightseeing.
Catholic Encyclopedia: Shrovetide - Some history behind this holiday.
Foundation European Carnival Cities - Is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of people's festivals and parades in Europe.
Mardi Gras - Explores holiday's pagan origins and argues that those who celebrate it align themselves with Satan.
Mardi Gras Galveston - Official site includes a schedule of events as well as a history of the event in the Texas city. Purchase tickets online.
Mardi Gras Links and News - News and pictures of Mardi Gras around the world.
Mardi Gras Tidbits - Author's first impressions of Mardi Gras in 1996, some favorite links, a message board, and information about the current Mardi Gras.
Mardi Gras in the Mountains - The six day celebration in the ski town of Red River, NM. Includes extensive schedule of events, photo gallery of past events and krewe info.
Mardi Gras on the Net - Features history behind Mardi Gras, pictures of floats, crafts, and coloring sheets.
Mardi Gras, from Life in the USA - Provides brief description of the holiday.
The Catholic Roots of Mardi Gras - Learn about the Catholic roots of Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, the last hurrah before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Also has free Mardi Gras e-cards.
The Order of the Troubadours - The Krewe of Troubadours celebrates this event with the costumes found anywhere during the Mardi Gras season. History, royalty, troubadours ball, parade, membership, news, members access. Located in Lafayette, LA.
Traditions from carnival of Nice - An invitation to the traditional feasts and musical culture from Provence, County of Nice, and Occitany. Offers background information, sound files, lyrics, bibliography, and discography.
Wikipedia: Brazilian Carnival - On-line encyclopedia article provides information regarding styles by State, sambódromo, music, and security.
Wikipedia: Caribbean Carnival - On-line encyclopedia article provides information regarding International Caribbean Carnivals.

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Open Directory - Regional: Caribbean: Trinidad and Tobago: Arts and Entertainment: Carnival

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