It’s a grand popular celebration that has become an integral part of Paris's history, delighting both young and old: the ...

A municipal worker prepares to throw a doll on the shape of herring fish as part of the traditions of the Carnival of Dunkirk, northern France on February 11, 2024. (Photo by Sameer Al-DOUMY / AFP) ...

A carnival float depicts Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad about to light a stick of dynamite representing the country's nuclear programme during the Rose Monday carnival parade in Duesseldorf.

It's an annual celebration of ruckus and revelry: carnival season has kicked off in France, bringing an explosion of colour to the grey months of winter. From the Latin "carne vale" meaning "farewell ...

An actress performs during the Battle of the Flowers parade during the 2024 Nice Carnival in Nice, France, March 2, 2024. The 2024 Nice Carnival is held here from Feb. 17 to March 3 with the theme of ...