What is Carnival 2010?

What is Carnival 2010?

Carnival 2010. Once more, it is Carnival Season in many countries around the world with a Roman Catholic heritage. Celebrations and parades are put on just prior to the observance of Lent. Over the past few weeks parades and celebrations have taken place throughout Europe, the Caribbean and South America.

What happened in Maastricht in 2010?

Carnival-goers pass through the centre of Maastricht, Netherlands on February 14, 2010. (VALERIE KUYPERS/AFP/Getty Images) # 21 Carnival revellers march during the traditional street carnival, the so-called “Narrensprung”, in the southwestern German town of Rottweil February 15, 2010.

What is the traditional street carnival in Germany?

Carnival revellers march during the traditional street carnival, the so-called “Narrensprung”, in the southwestern German town of Rottweil February 15, 2010. Disguised in handmade costumes and wooden masks from the 17th century, they pass the city’s gate and walk through the streets of Rottweil by jumping up and down on wooden sticks.