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Carnival with precautions

February 11, the annual carnival started in Nice. The holiday, which is the 133th in the history of its existence, takes place under the strict supervision of the security services owing to last year's terrorist attack

Carnival with precautions

    French Carnival is the third most popular one after the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro and Venice.

    Photo: parade at the carnival in Nice.

Carnival with precautions

    In 2017, the Carnival was launched on February 11. In total, the holiday will last for two weeks until February 25.

    Photo: French, dressed as well-known politicians - the candidates for president of France Marine Le Pen and Francois Fillon.

Carnival with precautions

    Every year the Carnival in Nice has a certain theme. For example, in 2017, it is dedicated to the King of Energy.

Carnival with precautions

    During the carnival, the streets of Nice are filled with tourists, artists, and confetti.

Carnival with precautions

    Photo: procession of unreal candidates for the post of head of France.

Carnival with precautions

    Because of security measures, the guests of the festival are forbidden to blow up firecrackers and bring items that resemble weapons.

Carnival with precautions

    In 2017, the Promenade des Anglais, where the attack occurred last summer, was empty. In spite of the tradition, the march decided to bypass this place.

Carnival with precautions

    In addition, as a security measure, this year the entrance to the carnival was not free. Five euros were charged per person.

Carnival with precautions

    It is noted that the event was attended by fewer people than in previous years. Everyone is afraid of possible terrorist attacks.

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