Parisians come out on to the streets in thousands to participate in this cheerful festival. The walk of masks and the processions are the two types of events that happen at the carnival. People disguised in huge numbers parade the streets and so many curious people come to see them at the given time and location.
The modern day carnival is run by the MACAQ – the movement for the cultural and artistic Liveliness of the Quarter . The festival accompanies more than 1500 participants and over 40000 spectators in 2009 , growing from 10000 in 2007 . With interesting themes such as the 2010 theme of Improbable couples the festival is looked forward to by many.
The 2013 carnival theme has been, announced as The World of Toys and will be held in February. And is expected to attract more than 50000 people .With a colouful Madi grass festival that concludes the festivities , the Paris carnival is a definite must experience if you’re visiting romantic Paris. With renowned attractions such as the Eiffel tower, Moulin Rouge , the Paris Cabaret show and the beautiful city streets itself you will have no time to spare in this beautiful country.
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Colourful outfits, good cheer, beautiful locations and curious onlookers are only a bit of what you will experience at the carnival de Paris an age old tradition that still colours Paris. And who wouldn’t love to discover this country, where operas are sung, Museums are dressed in century old history, Gardens such as Tuileries Gardens , Montsouris, Parc des Buttes Chaumont, and Parc Monceau charm you, so much so that falling in love is inevitable.

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