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Caribbean
Carnival
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Santo
Domingo is one of the Caribbean's liveliest cities,
boasting a swag of decent clubs, many with live music or
dancing. Carnival in the DR blends in with the 27 February
independence celebrations. Here, any excuse for having a
party, no matter when, is a valid one.
One of the reasons to decide to come to the Dominican
Republic in February is that February is Carnaval month! A
carnival out of this world is considered the La Vega Carnival,
in
the Dominican Republic. During all of February the "Diablos
Cojuelos" will parade with their fabulous costumes, music
and
colorful style. The costumes are famous and its design this
year was by Orlando Lora, an architect. |
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There is expectation to see
the 25 models of costumes, and the only thing that was leaked
is
that the colors are red and metallic gold. The origin of the
La Vega Carnival goes back to
1514, but the "Diablo Cojuelos made their first appearance
in 1906.
ArgoLatino
Excursion
The fun will start at 14:00 where ArgoLatino Tours will offer
you trip to Santo Domingo. In
Santo Domingo, the focal point of the event is a eclectic
carnival parade down the Malecon
featuring the Carnival King elected yearly.An estimated 50,000
persons are expected to
parade, with spectators lined up along the Malecon estimated
to reach half a million people.
We will then move down to the center of the Malecon where
all the fun is. For 3-4 hours you
will have the oportunity to enjoy the carvival spirit, blend
in with the local people and
participate in this exciting event. Dinner and drinks will
be served at a restaurant where you
will have the oportunity to enjoy a live show with professional
latin dancers.
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