Mardi Gras (and Carnival) is celebrated in cities around the world, but the most popular hotspots for the festivities are the ...

Rio de Janeiro's famed Carnival celebration begins Feb. 28 and extends until March 8. It includes parades with themed floats and an exclusive ball ahead of Lent. Mardi Gras, which literally means "Fat ...

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Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday," is celebrated in many parts of the world, including Brazil and Italy where it is known ...

Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday are almost here, and the time for celebration will again be upon us. But is there a difference between Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday? Are they more than just a reason to party?

Rio de Janeiro's famed Carnival celebration ... Mardi Gras, which literally means "Fat Tuesday" in French, is a celebration that marks the close of the pre-Lenten season, according to Britannica.