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Kochi carnival draws a large number
of tourists
Kochi:
A large number of tourists thronged Kochi to witness
a carnival hosted on the occasion of New Year. This annual
carnival dates back to the era of Portuguese and the revelry
of New Year that the colonials practised centuries ago.
However, it has evolved as an occasion for the youth to
enjoy the party-like atmosphere. Games, masquerade dances
and assorted competitions amid well illuminated venue
fascinated the tourists, from within India as well as
abroad. "We had a good time here. We are in India for
the second time. The people are friendly," said Jason,
a tourist from The Netherlands. The highlight of this
year's Carnival was the massive procession and the fancy
dress competition that enthralled one and all. "It is
very unusual and different. It is good," said Poona, a
tourist from England. The preparations for this colourful
gala extravaganza start a month prior to the New Year.
The Kochi Carnival commences a week earlier to the New
Year and ends on January 1.
-Jan
2, 2009
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