2. INTRODUCTION
 Carnival is a festival traditionally held in Roman
Catholic and Eastern Orthodox societies.
 It is a festive season which occurs immediately
before Lent; the main events are usually during
February.
 Carnival typically involves a public celebration or
parade combining some elements of a circus,
mask and public street party.

3.  The Brazilian Carnival is one of the best-
known celebrations today.

5. Carnival in different
continents
ASIA
• Carnival of India
• Carnival of Japan
AMERICAS
• Brazilian Carnival, Carnivals of Argentina,
Canada, Columbia, Chile, Mexico, Granada,
Uruguay, Mardi Gras in the U.S
EUROPE
• Carnival of Germany, Belgium, Spain, Finland,
France, Netherland, England, Italy, Portugal,
Russian Federation, Sweden, Switzerland.

6. Carnival in India
INDIA:
 In India, Carnival is celebrated in two
states: Goa and Kerala.
 GOA CARNIVAL
 The carnival in Goa is held for three days.
 Though essentially a Christian festival, all
people of Goa, irrespective of their faith
and religion take part in this festival.