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Carnival
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thumb|260px|Carnival in Rome, thumb|260px|Rio Carnival|Rio's Carnival is the largest in the world according to [[Guinness World Records.]]
Carnival is a festive celebration held in various cities around the world, featuring parades, costumes, and public celebrations, with Rio de Janeiro's version being the largest according to Guinness World Records. The tradition brings communities together for colorful, large-scale events that have become important cultural occasions in places like Rome and Rio.
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thumb|260px|Carnival in Rome, thumb|260px|Rio Carnival|Rio's Carnival is the largest in the world according to [[Guinness World Records.]]
Carnival (known as Shrovetide in certain localities) is a festive season that occurs at the close of the Christian pre-Lenten period, consisting of Quinquagesima or Shrove Sunday, Shrove Monday, and Shrove Tuesday or Mardi Gras.
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