Carnaval de Barranquilla

Google Dooles 22.02.2020 06:09  Date: February 22, 2020 In honor of Colombia’s Carnaval de Barranquilla, today’s Doodle features some of the colorful costumes and masks on display during this annual celebration of cultural heritage stemming from indigenous, African, and European traditions. Across four days, over a million people will visit Barranquilla on the Caribbean coast to watch floats, dance in the streets, and maybe take part by wearing a “Marimonda” mask as seen in the Doodle artwork. The modern Carnaval de Barranquilla is over 100 years old and reflects the legacy of blended cultures that have shaped the city since its establishment nearly 400 years ago. At its core, festivities derive from folk traditions that demonstrate what many consider to be the definition of what it means to be Colombian. Some of the most significant events during the four days are the Batalla de Flores , the Gran parada de Tradición y Folclore , and the Gran parada de Comparsas . In recognition of the festival’s traditions, UNESCO honored the Carnaval de Barranquilla by naming it a World Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2013. Enjoy the colorful sights and local music like Cumbia coming from the many loudspeakers and floats! Early concepts of the Doodle Location: , Tags: , , , , , ,