Carnival is a Christian celebration that originated in the Middle Ages as a period of feasting before the fasting of Lent, though its roots may also be found in pagan festivals from ancient Rome. Carnival traditions exist around the world, with some of the largest celebrations occurring in Brazil, Italy, Spain, and the United States. The document provides examples of prominent carnivals such as those in Rio de Janeiro, Venice, and Tenerife.

1. CARNIVAL. The celebration of Carnival in
many cultures.
The word Carnival is of Christian
origin, and in the Middle Ages, it
referred to a period
following Epiphany season that
reached its climax before
midnight on Shrove Tuesday.
Carnival therefore represented a
last period of feasting and
celebration before the spiritual
rigors of Lent.

2. HISTORY:
The historical origin of Carnival
is also obscure. It possibly has
its roots in a
primitive festival honouring the
beginning of the new year and
the rebirth of nature, though it is
also possible that the
beginnings of Carnival in Italy
may be linked to the pagan
Saturnalian festival of ancient
Rome.

3. CARNIVAL IN THE WORLD
 15 of the best carnivals in the world:
 Tenerife Carnival – Spain.
 Venice Carnival – Italy.
 Rio de Janeiro Carnival – Brazil.
 Binche Carnival – Belgium.
 Mardi Gras – New Orleans, USA.
 Cadiz Carnival – Spain.
 Oruro Carnival – Bolivia.
 Viareggio Carnival – Italy.

4. Carnival celebrations in the world
VENICE TENERIFE
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5. ASTURIAN "ANTROXU" FESTIVITY
 CARNIVAL, PARTY, TRADITION AND GASTRONOMY.
GALIANA DESCENT

6. This is all.
Thanks for your attention.
By Octavio.
February 13, 2020.