Carnaval: Carnaval,

While celebrated in dozens of countries, several locations define the modern Carnaval experience:

: Traditionally, this was the time to consume all remaining stocks of meat, fats, and dairy, leading to the "Fat Tuesday" ( Mardi Gras ) traditions. Carnaval, Carnaval

The term likely derives from the Latin carne levare ("to remove meat"), marking the final period of indulgence before the 40 days of Lent. While celebrated in dozens of countries, several locations