Carnival, also known as "Carnaval" in Latin America, is one of the most anticipated celebrations across the region. It's a time when entire cities come alive with music, dance, costumes, and a deep sense of cultural identity.

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A carnival float despicts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russia's President Vladimir Putin during the traditional Rose Monday carnival parade in Cologne, Germany, Mon

Vasiliki Pergada poses with her four year old daughter Panagiota for a portrait, dressed in animal skins and heavy bronze bells, as part of carnival celebrations in Distomo, a vil

A carnival float despicts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russia's President Vladimir Putin during the traditional Rose Monday carnival parade in Cologne, Germany, Monday, March 3, 2025. (