Corso Carnavalesque - The Nice Carnival Part I

We were in Cote d'Azur primarily the famous Nice Carnival, which rivals the ones in Rio and New Orleans. The carnival dates back to the 13th century and is heavily influenced by Catholic tradition. Held every year just before the period of lent, the carnival was meant to entertain the kings and to give the people of the city a chance to indulge in heavy merry-making before they did their penance for 40 days during lent.

Here are shots of the Corso Illuminé, a parade of colourful costumes, confetti and towering harlequins that moved around the famous Place Masséna and Promenade des Anglais in the city. It was quite magnificent!
















Rachel from the USA who does not like to smile for photos. haha