Mardi Gras Traditions

See Colorful Mardi Gras Traditions Around the World

February 12, 2013

Mardi Gras Traditions

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by Tara Block 1

Happy Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras, and Fat Tuesday! Lent begins tomorrow, on Ash Wednesday, so today people around the world are celebrating (and have been celebrating all month) with Carnival events, parades, and general merriment and indulgences on Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday." So get in on the fun and the culture with a peek at the world celebrating Mardi Gras season and learn about the traditions of France, Italy, Brazil, and more!

1 / 131

by Tara Block 1

Happy Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras, and Fat Tuesday! Lent begins tomorrow, on Ash Wednesday, so today people around the world are celebrating (and have been celebrating all month) with Carnival events, parades, and general merriment and indulgences on Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday." So get in on the fun and the culture with a peek at the world celebrating Mardi Gras season and learn about the traditions of France, Italy, Brazil, and more!

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kakapandinha

kakapandinha 1 year

Actually Carnival doesn't last 46 days in Brazil. Festivities last 4 or 5 days. The period of 46 days after Carnival is called Lent and ends right before Easter. Carnival in Brazil is huge because festivities take place all over the country and that includes big events such as parades on the streets and also paid parades.