Carnival (Ecuadorian Mardi Gras)

Carnival is a popular traditional festival in Ecuador that takes place as the rest of the world during the first weeks of February, and it represents the last chance to have some crazy fun ahead of the religious season. dark religion based on Catholic behavior. Carnival is characterized by now spraying foam on anyone and everyone. A few years ago, people used buckets or water balloons to wet friends or pedestrians passing by for fun (believe it or not). Around many of the country's cities, visitors will find parades and festivals with Ecuadorians celebrating another unique festival.

Carnival dates vary from year to year. The reason is that it is a deeply Catholic tradition. The carnival should take place on Monday and Tuesday, 40 days before Easter each year, before the Catholic fasting period (around mid-February). In Ecuador, the festival incorporates an older indigenous tradition of celebrating the second moon by throwing flowers, water, and flour. It was a period of celebration and abundance before fasting. Although it takes place across the country, Guaranda and Ambato are the main bearers of the tradition. Thanks to this famous festival, Ecuador has attracted a large number of tourists to come here to experience it.

• Organization time: February or March every year
• Location: Ecuador