2008-10-23 10:31am
While everyone is familiar with New Orleans' famous Mardi Gras parades and wild celebrations, there are several other Mardi Gras celebrations around the world. In fact, the New Orleans festivities have strong roots in French celebrations before the arrival of Lent. Called "Carnaval" in France, there are Mardi Gras events here that predate New Orleans' festivities by centuries. Find out about all the other Mardi Gras celebrations in France and around the world.
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