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Tens of thousands of people braved the cold to celebrate the kick-off of the Carnival on the streets of Cologne. IMAGES
The streets of Rio de Janeiro are crowded for the launch of the city's carnival, which runs until 29 February. IMAGES
The carnival of Venice kicks off with not one, but two flights from the campanile of St. Mark's Square. In addition to the traditional 'Mary’ who performs the flight of the angel, this year the organisers have agreed to let go down a second young woman, Micol Rossi, affected by Crohn's disease. IMAGES of the flights
The Carnival of Venice kicks off on the Cannaregio Canal, with floats and performers illuminating the night. IMAGES of the canal
Dancers from the Paraiso do Tuiuti school perform during the first night of the Sambodromo parades in Rio with the top ranking samba schools competing for the coveted prize of champion, which will be announced on Wednesday. IMAGES