The pre-Lent Carnival in the Caribbean

When Christmas is officially over in the Caribbean, it is time for the annually Carnival. This celebration falls on Fat Tuesday, which is March 5 this year.

In its original home, Trinidad, is the biggest and wildest party arranged. Nevertheless, there are many other islands where you can experience the Carnival.

This tradition originated with Italian Catholics, who later spread it to the French and Spanish. They brought the tradition with them when they settled with slaves in Trinidad, Dominica, Haiti and other Caribbean islands. The first Caribbean Carnival was in Trinidad in the late 18^th century.

Dressing in masquerade, music and dancing are three elements that remain central to Carnival celebrations.