Nice Carnival
LocationFrance (Nice)
WhenFebruary
Attendance200,000+ spectators
About Nice Carnival
One of the worlds largest carnivals, recorded since 1294. Satirical giant floats parade along the Promenade des Anglais. Flower battles see mimosa and gerberas tossed to spectators. Runs the two weeks before Lent.
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