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Sep
16
Kadence Buchanan asked:
With approximately ten thousand full time residents, the city of Sonoma is not even close to being among the largest cities in the County of Sonoma but it is, indisputably, its pulsating hub; economically as well as culturally. The City of Sonoma is strategically nestled amidst flourishing vineyards and internationally acclaimed wineries.
The thriving viticultural environment, the industrious wineries, the natural beauty of rolling hills and the sprawling expense of an agricultural valley at their feet, its mild climate as well as the rich cultural heritage attract throngs of national and international year-round tourism of all ages.
Featuring abounding soil, plenty of fresh water and a temperate climate, the region has always been rich with food and there is conclusive evidence that it had been populated by as many as five thousand inhabitants at any one time twelve thousand years before the Spaniards commissioned missionaries to settle there in the early part of the nineteenth century.
Still standing in the town’s center, Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma was set up by Father Junipero Serra in 1823 and is the one and only mission in California that was instituted after Mexico gained its independence from Spain. It is also the last of twenty-one established missions beginning in San Diego, California in 1769.
Later, in 1835, it was the newly independent Mexico which recognized Sonoma as a full fledged city of Mexico and Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, a high ranking officer of the Mexican army, converted Sonoma into a Mexican pueblo and administered the construction of its Central Plaza which covers eight acres and is still the largest plaza in the entire State of California. Concurrently, Vallejo also mapped out and oversaw the construction of the City’s network of streets including a 110-foot wide road through which he marched his troops. Re-enforcing a Mexican stronghold over the territory, Vallejo was appointed as its military governor while his nephew, Juan Bautista Alvarado, was named governor of the Mexican State of Alta California.
In an earnest revolt against Mexican control in 1846, Sonoma was pronounced the capital of the state but that status was revoked when the State of California was annexed by the United States twenty-five days later and Santa Rosa, a larger and more established city, was voted in as its capital. It wasn’t until 1881 that Sonoma was incorporated as a city of the United States of America.
Besides the above mentioned viticultural and natural attractions of intoxicating wines and beauty which draw so many visitors, the City of Sonoma also offers modern day shopping in an historic plaza, first rate golfing, state of the art spas, as well as hiking and walking trails. And as if all that is not enough, the local agricultural bounty in addition to imported inspirations result in a widely varied and exciting restaurant arena ranging from casual cafes to elegant five star restaurants of Italian, French, Mexican, Thai and Nepalese persuasions; all of which can be supplemented by the districts local artisan cheeses, organic produce and freshly baked breads.
STOLTE
With approximately ten thousand full time residents, the city of Sonoma is not even close to being among the largest cities in the County of Sonoma but it is, indisputably, its pulsating hub; economically as well as culturally. The City of Sonoma is strategically nestled amidst flourishing vineyards and internationally acclaimed wineries.
The thriving viticultural environment, the industrious wineries, the natural beauty of rolling hills and the sprawling expense of an agricultural valley at their feet, its mild climate as well as the rich cultural heritage attract throngs of national and international year-round tourism of all ages.
Featuring abounding soil, plenty of fresh water and a temperate climate, the region has always been rich with food and there is conclusive evidence that it had been populated by as many as five thousand inhabitants at any one time twelve thousand years before the Spaniards commissioned missionaries to settle there in the early part of the nineteenth century.
Still standing in the town’s center, Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma was set up by Father Junipero Serra in 1823 and is the one and only mission in California that was instituted after Mexico gained its independence from Spain. It is also the last of twenty-one established missions beginning in San Diego, California in 1769.
Later, in 1835, it was the newly independent Mexico which recognized Sonoma as a full fledged city of Mexico and Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, a high ranking officer of the Mexican army, converted Sonoma into a Mexican pueblo and administered the construction of its Central Plaza which covers eight acres and is still the largest plaza in the entire State of California. Concurrently, Vallejo also mapped out and oversaw the construction of the City’s network of streets including a 110-foot wide road through which he marched his troops. Re-enforcing a Mexican stronghold over the territory, Vallejo was appointed as its military governor while his nephew, Juan Bautista Alvarado, was named governor of the Mexican State of Alta California.
In an earnest revolt against Mexican control in 1846, Sonoma was pronounced the capital of the state but that status was revoked when the State of California was annexed by the United States twenty-five days later and Santa Rosa, a larger and more established city, was voted in as its capital. It wasn’t until 1881 that Sonoma was incorporated as a city of the United States of America.
Besides the above mentioned viticultural and natural attractions of intoxicating wines and beauty which draw so many visitors, the City of Sonoma also offers modern day shopping in an historic plaza, first rate golfing, state of the art spas, as well as hiking and walking trails. And as if all that is not enough, the local agricultural bounty in addition to imported inspirations result in a widely varied and exciting restaurant arena ranging from casual cafes to elegant five star restaurants of Italian, French, Mexican, Thai and Nepalese persuasions; all of which can be supplemented by the districts local artisan cheeses, organic produce and freshly baked breads.
STOLTE
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Jul
06
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Tatyana Kogut. asked:
Surrounded by enchanting silence, 80 km from Cuzco, on a steep mountain washed by the Urubamba River, there stands one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in the world, Machu Picchu (Quechua: “Old Peak”), “The Lost City of the Incas”. This is a mystical place, some even think it is filled with positive energy. Machu Picchu impresses with its monolithic nature and architecture, its balance and harmony, thanks to which it fits well to the surrounding mountains.
The credited discoverer of the cite is Hiram Bingham, an archaeologist from the North America. The place was found in 1911 on top of a flat mountain, hidden from people’s eyes. The unapproachable Machu Picchu is still a mystery, and the more they dig, the more riddles they find. The main question is: what was it aimed for? Why would Incas make so much effort to built their city at such an inaccessible place?
During the excavations they found 173 human bodies, including 150 female ones. However, neither gold, nor other treasures were found. It seems that people left the city all at a time. But what made them leave the place — natural cataclysms, diseases, wars or something else — we still don’t know it for sure. Neither Spanish, nor Indian chronicles contain any information about Machu Picchu. Some scientists say this was a sanctuary for the Incas aristocracy, priests, best craftsmen, and, what is more important, for Virgins of the Suns. The Incas did their best to make their city very convenient, functional and long-lived. There are still excellent aqueducts standing there which provide Machu Picchu with clear water, some of the constructions look incredibly «new», like they were left just recently. Residential buildings occupy just a small part of this territory, the rest of it are temples, observatories and other religious constructions. That is why other researchers say this was a settlement built to control local economy, or to make discoveries about the surrounding world.
The whole city is built of stone and is surrounded with green terraces, used to plant crops and flowers. You can feel that local people really loved their city, and this love is shared with everyone who arrives to Machu Picchu. Some even go to “The Lost City of the Incas” to spend their time sitting on the stones deeped into their thoughts.
Some facts.
Machu Picchu is located 2,400 meters above sea level.
How to get there. By train: 110 km Cuzco to Machu Picchu Pueblo (3-4 hours), then 20 minutes on a bus.
Hotels: there are some medium three-star hotels in Machu Picchu Pueblo, toilets, call boxes and a restaurant by the entrance to the archaeological site.
Things to do: sightseeing, historic and archaeological studies, shopping for craftworks. It is also excellent to enjoy local flora and fauna.
Spend a minimum of 1 day to study Machu Picchu and 5-7 days to visit nerby attractions, lying between the site and Incas path.
Weather: Machu Picchu can be visited at any time of the year, but the best period for a visit is: April — October. November — March is a summer time, but there are scattered showers and the humidity level is high. April — October is sunny and dry.
HESLIN
Surrounded by enchanting silence, 80 km from Cuzco, on a steep mountain washed by the Urubamba River, there stands one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in the world, Machu Picchu (Quechua: “Old Peak”), “The Lost City of the Incas”. This is a mystical place, some even think it is filled with positive energy. Machu Picchu impresses with its monolithic nature and architecture, its balance and harmony, thanks to which it fits well to the surrounding mountains.
The credited discoverer of the cite is Hiram Bingham, an archaeologist from the North America. The place was found in 1911 on top of a flat mountain, hidden from people’s eyes. The unapproachable Machu Picchu is still a mystery, and the more they dig, the more riddles they find. The main question is: what was it aimed for? Why would Incas make so much effort to built their city at such an inaccessible place?
During the excavations they found 173 human bodies, including 150 female ones. However, neither gold, nor other treasures were found. It seems that people left the city all at a time. But what made them leave the place — natural cataclysms, diseases, wars or something else — we still don’t know it for sure. Neither Spanish, nor Indian chronicles contain any information about Machu Picchu. Some scientists say this was a sanctuary for the Incas aristocracy, priests, best craftsmen, and, what is more important, for Virgins of the Suns. The Incas did their best to make their city very convenient, functional and long-lived. There are still excellent aqueducts standing there which provide Machu Picchu with clear water, some of the constructions look incredibly «new», like they were left just recently. Residential buildings occupy just a small part of this territory, the rest of it are temples, observatories and other religious constructions. That is why other researchers say this was a settlement built to control local economy, or to make discoveries about the surrounding world.
The whole city is built of stone and is surrounded with green terraces, used to plant crops and flowers. You can feel that local people really loved their city, and this love is shared with everyone who arrives to Machu Picchu. Some even go to “The Lost City of the Incas” to spend their time sitting on the stones deeped into their thoughts.
Some facts.
Machu Picchu is located 2,400 meters above sea level.
How to get there. By train: 110 km Cuzco to Machu Picchu Pueblo (3-4 hours), then 20 minutes on a bus.
Hotels: there are some medium three-star hotels in Machu Picchu Pueblo, toilets, call boxes and a restaurant by the entrance to the archaeological site.
Things to do: sightseeing, historic and archaeological studies, shopping for craftworks. It is also excellent to enjoy local flora and fauna.
Spend a minimum of 1 day to study Machu Picchu and 5-7 days to visit nerby attractions, lying between the site and Incas path.
Weather: Machu Picchu can be visited at any time of the year, but the best period for a visit is: April — October. November — March is a summer time, but there are scattered showers and the humidity level is high. April — October is sunny and dry.
HESLIN
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May
31
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Freya Papadakis asked:
Also referred to as “Indian Country,” the Northwest Region of New Mexico holds true to its nickname. One of the richest areas in Native American Indian history, it showcases the vibrant culture of both the present Indian communities and those long-gone that have left an impressionable mark on the world. Awesome archeological remains can be seen at the protected National Parks within the region, as well as living testimonies of these great people. Aside from historical and cultural sights, a lot of tourist attractions are around, like casinos.
Here are some of the famous travel destinations in Northwest New Mexico:
Aztec Ruins National Monument – a preserved site within the Chaco Culture National Historic Park that has ancient pueblos
Chaco Culture National Historic Park – this United States National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site can be found between the towns of Farmington and Albuquerque, and is believed to have once been home to the Ancient Pueblo People
El Malpais National Monument – the lava lands of New Mexico, this is a wide basin of rocky lava-created fields with lava tube caves where you can go exploring
Four Corners – a monument where the four states mentioned above meet has been erected here, and is part of the Navajo Nation reservation and the Ute Indian reservation
Navajo Nation – the widest area of Native American Indian communities in the United States, which is home to the Navajo people who practice their own culture, beliefs, language and the right to govern themselves
Route 66 – now referred to as “Historic Route 66” and a National Scenic Byway, this old road used to be part of the US Highway System and was the “Mother Road” for all the migrants moving west in the 1930s as well as a source of livelihood for the communities it passed through, but was later replaced by the Interstate Highway System
Salmon Ruins and Heritage Park – site of a large pueblo complex created and used by the Ancient Pueblo People, found near the town of Bloomfield
The sweeping desert landscape of New Mexico will take your breath away, and satisfy the adventurer in you. The northwest region is home to the “four corners,” the only point in the United States where four states meet together at a central location. If you want to be in four places at once, you can find the exact spot and stretch out all your limbs on the different borders of New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona and Utah. Rest assured that a visit to this region of New Mexico will be worth all your time and effort.
To know more about Chaco Culture National Historic Park and its communities, you can go to http://www.simpsonchaco.com
LENTZ
Also referred to as “Indian Country,” the Northwest Region of New Mexico holds true to its nickname. One of the richest areas in Native American Indian history, it showcases the vibrant culture of both the present Indian communities and those long-gone that have left an impressionable mark on the world. Awesome archeological remains can be seen at the protected National Parks within the region, as well as living testimonies of these great people. Aside from historical and cultural sights, a lot of tourist attractions are around, like casinos.
Here are some of the famous travel destinations in Northwest New Mexico:
Aztec Ruins National Monument – a preserved site within the Chaco Culture National Historic Park that has ancient pueblos
Chaco Culture National Historic Park – this United States National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site can be found between the towns of Farmington and Albuquerque, and is believed to have once been home to the Ancient Pueblo People
El Malpais National Monument – the lava lands of New Mexico, this is a wide basin of rocky lava-created fields with lava tube caves where you can go exploring
Four Corners – a monument where the four states mentioned above meet has been erected here, and is part of the Navajo Nation reservation and the Ute Indian reservation
Navajo Nation – the widest area of Native American Indian communities in the United States, which is home to the Navajo people who practice their own culture, beliefs, language and the right to govern themselves
Route 66 – now referred to as “Historic Route 66” and a National Scenic Byway, this old road used to be part of the US Highway System and was the “Mother Road” for all the migrants moving west in the 1930s as well as a source of livelihood for the communities it passed through, but was later replaced by the Interstate Highway System
Salmon Ruins and Heritage Park – site of a large pueblo complex created and used by the Ancient Pueblo People, found near the town of Bloomfield
The sweeping desert landscape of New Mexico will take your breath away, and satisfy the adventurer in you. The northwest region is home to the “four corners,” the only point in the United States where four states meet together at a central location. If you want to be in four places at once, you can find the exact spot and stretch out all your limbs on the different borders of New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona and Utah. Rest assured that a visit to this region of New Mexico will be worth all your time and effort.
To know more about Chaco Culture National Historic Park and its communities, you can go to http://www.simpsonchaco.com
LENTZ
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Apr
25
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Nigel Makin asked:
The town of Chinle on the eastern fringes of the Painted Desert provides the gateway to the stunning and historic Canyon de Chelly National Monument. The National Monument spans an area of 131 square miles and incorporates the three main canyons, these canyons are de Chelly, del Muerto and Monument.The canyons were carved out by streams of water coming from the Chuska Mountains just to the east. The Rio de Chelly starts near the Chuska Mountains near the Arizona-New Mexico border and snakes west before flowing into the Chinle wash, at times the water flow is dwarfed by 1000 feet high vertical sandstone canyon walls which are about 200 million years old.
Canyon de Chelly is one of the longest continuously inhabited landscapes in North America, the earliest known inhabitants were prehistoric indians who lived in circular shaped pit houses which had the dwelling floor dug into the ground, these indians were known for their basketmaking skills and are often referred to as the Basketmakers. Slowly new ideas were introduced and the Basketmakers developed pottery making skills as well as use of the bow and arrow, the style of their homes also changed significantly from pithouses to rectangular stone buildings built above the ground. After 700AD the canyon dwellers are known as Pueblos, this is the spanish word meaning village and refers to the kind of village life that these indians adopted. You will find hundreds of ruins of these villages scattered through out the canyon floors. The unique cliff houses that can be seen at Canyon de Chelly were built between 1100 and 1300AD during the time of the Pueblo dwellers who are also known as the Anasazi.
For many years between 1200 and 1300AD the four corners region of the United States was hit by a long period of drought, this area is called four corners because the states of Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona all sit aside one another, this drought is thought to have been the reason why the Anasazi upped and finally deserted Canyon de Chelly, there is evidence that the canyons were occupied by the Hopi Indians for a time until around 1700 when the Navajo moved into the canyons from what is now northern New Mexico. The Navajo raided Pueblo villages and Spanish settlements for many years always returning to Canyon de Chelly which they had turned into their very own stronghold, until in 1805 a Spanish expedition fought a day long battle with a band of Navajo Indians holed up in a fortified rock shelter in Canyon del Muerto, official reports of the time claimed 115 Navajos were killed and to this day the rock shelter is known as Massacre Cave.
Today Canyon de Chelly consists entirely of Navajo Tribal Trust Land and is within the borders of the Navajo Nation, it is also unique as a National Parks Service unit because the Navajo work together with the NPS to sustain the community of working Navajo Indians who farm the land and live on the canyon floors. Most of the visitors that the canyon gets all year round arrive by car, and if you too arrive by car then you can view the sights of Canyon de Chelly by way of two scenic drives, the North and South rim drives are free of charge for you to undertake at your own leisure. The South rim drive is a 36 mile long round trip with 5 overlooks, while the North rim drive is a 32 mile round trip with 3 overlooks.
Only one trail is free of charge to do but it is well worth the effort to participate in, this is the trail down to the White House Ruin, without a doubt the best of the Anasazi cliff dwellings which gets its name from a long wall covered in white plaster in the upper ruin, the trail is a two and a half mile round trip which you do not need a guide for, but you must stay on the path at all times. The other must see viewpoint is near the end of the South rim drive, here you will find Spider Rock, an 800 foot high sandstone spire shooting up from the canyon floor at the Canyon de Chelly-Monument Canyon junction, the Navajo believe a spider woman lives at the top and protects the bones of her victims.
As it is forbidden to gain access to the canyon floor on your own, if you would like a tour down to the canyon floor, then visit Thunderbird Lodge right by the Monument HQ, here you will be able to take a full tour with a Navajo guide in special vehicles able to cope with canyon terrain or if you own a 4×4 take your own vehicle, you will just need a guide to go with you. Whatever your decision I can guarantee you will have an excellent opportunity to see the Navajo up close, even get the chance to enter a hogan and witness a famous Navajo Rug being made if you are willing to tip the owner, but worth the price of the tour alone is the stunning views you will see of the sheer, red sandstone canyon walls that change colour depending on the time of day.
ZUNINO
The town of Chinle on the eastern fringes of the Painted Desert provides the gateway to the stunning and historic Canyon de Chelly National Monument. The National Monument spans an area of 131 square miles and incorporates the three main canyons, these canyons are de Chelly, del Muerto and Monument.The canyons were carved out by streams of water coming from the Chuska Mountains just to the east. The Rio de Chelly starts near the Chuska Mountains near the Arizona-New Mexico border and snakes west before flowing into the Chinle wash, at times the water flow is dwarfed by 1000 feet high vertical sandstone canyon walls which are about 200 million years old.
Canyon de Chelly is one of the longest continuously inhabited landscapes in North America, the earliest known inhabitants were prehistoric indians who lived in circular shaped pit houses which had the dwelling floor dug into the ground, these indians were known for their basketmaking skills and are often referred to as the Basketmakers. Slowly new ideas were introduced and the Basketmakers developed pottery making skills as well as use of the bow and arrow, the style of their homes also changed significantly from pithouses to rectangular stone buildings built above the ground. After 700AD the canyon dwellers are known as Pueblos, this is the spanish word meaning village and refers to the kind of village life that these indians adopted. You will find hundreds of ruins of these villages scattered through out the canyon floors. The unique cliff houses that can be seen at Canyon de Chelly were built between 1100 and 1300AD during the time of the Pueblo dwellers who are also known as the Anasazi.
For many years between 1200 and 1300AD the four corners region of the United States was hit by a long period of drought, this area is called four corners because the states of Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona all sit aside one another, this drought is thought to have been the reason why the Anasazi upped and finally deserted Canyon de Chelly, there is evidence that the canyons were occupied by the Hopi Indians for a time until around 1700 when the Navajo moved into the canyons from what is now northern New Mexico. The Navajo raided Pueblo villages and Spanish settlements for many years always returning to Canyon de Chelly which they had turned into their very own stronghold, until in 1805 a Spanish expedition fought a day long battle with a band of Navajo Indians holed up in a fortified rock shelter in Canyon del Muerto, official reports of the time claimed 115 Navajos were killed and to this day the rock shelter is known as Massacre Cave.
Today Canyon de Chelly consists entirely of Navajo Tribal Trust Land and is within the borders of the Navajo Nation, it is also unique as a National Parks Service unit because the Navajo work together with the NPS to sustain the community of working Navajo Indians who farm the land and live on the canyon floors. Most of the visitors that the canyon gets all year round arrive by car, and if you too arrive by car then you can view the sights of Canyon de Chelly by way of two scenic drives, the North and South rim drives are free of charge for you to undertake at your own leisure. The South rim drive is a 36 mile long round trip with 5 overlooks, while the North rim drive is a 32 mile round trip with 3 overlooks.
Only one trail is free of charge to do but it is well worth the effort to participate in, this is the trail down to the White House Ruin, without a doubt the best of the Anasazi cliff dwellings which gets its name from a long wall covered in white plaster in the upper ruin, the trail is a two and a half mile round trip which you do not need a guide for, but you must stay on the path at all times. The other must see viewpoint is near the end of the South rim drive, here you will find Spider Rock, an 800 foot high sandstone spire shooting up from the canyon floor at the Canyon de Chelly-Monument Canyon junction, the Navajo believe a spider woman lives at the top and protects the bones of her victims.
As it is forbidden to gain access to the canyon floor on your own, if you would like a tour down to the canyon floor, then visit Thunderbird Lodge right by the Monument HQ, here you will be able to take a full tour with a Navajo guide in special vehicles able to cope with canyon terrain or if you own a 4×4 take your own vehicle, you will just need a guide to go with you. Whatever your decision I can guarantee you will have an excellent opportunity to see the Navajo up close, even get the chance to enter a hogan and witness a famous Navajo Rug being made if you are willing to tip the owner, but worth the price of the tour alone is the stunning views you will see of the sheer, red sandstone canyon walls that change colour depending on the time of day.
ZUNINO
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Feb
02
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Naveen Marasinghe asked:
Carnaval del Pueblo is a thrilling and exotic festival that takes place in London every year. This spectacular extravaganza is held in the first week of August and involves a procession that ends at Burgess Park. It is from here the festivities really begin.
The festival involves exotic floats, musicians and dancers all of whom are dressed in an array of costumes. The event incorporates culture from throughout Latin America giving a well rounded representation and has grown in popularity over the years. The festival’s popularity has not declined in any manner and is continuing to grow ever stronger each year.
A total of 19 floats are part of the procession and represent each of the 19 Latin countries that are a part of the festival. Each one tends to reflect the music and art of that particular country though there is a special emphasis placed on countries that have a richer culture such as Brazil, Columbia, and Ecuador for example.
The parade starts at around 12:00 PM and ends at Burgess Park around 1:45 PM. From here the party and celebrations run all day long right up around 10:00 PM. The carnival itself has attracted many famous celebrities from the Latin American region including Henry Fiol and Adalberto Santiago to name some. In addition to these performers a selection of artists from London and Europe perform some of the best Latin American themes.
The festival features 4 main areas where all the events take place, and these areas cater to all kinds of different events that are taken from different countries in the Latin American region. There is also the Open Salsa dance competition that takes place during the entire day at the park while the final of the competition is held on the center stage. From this vantage point attendees can vote for their favourite contestants. The festival also features a children’s area that houses a bouncy castle and a number of fun filled rides.
This extravaganza of Latin culture would not be complete without a sampling of cuisine from the region. The festival has approximately 200 stalls that offer cuisine not only from Latin America, but also from the Caribbean and western countries.
A variety of London hotels in the area allow visitors to the city to partake in the festivities, but Langham Hotel in London offers superior service and the ultimate in comfort. Stay at this hotel and be ensured of a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
NOLDEN
Carnaval del Pueblo is a thrilling and exotic festival that takes place in London every year. This spectacular extravaganza is held in the first week of August and involves a procession that ends at Burgess Park. It is from here the festivities really begin.
The festival involves exotic floats, musicians and dancers all of whom are dressed in an array of costumes. The event incorporates culture from throughout Latin America giving a well rounded representation and has grown in popularity over the years. The festival’s popularity has not declined in any manner and is continuing to grow ever stronger each year.
A total of 19 floats are part of the procession and represent each of the 19 Latin countries that are a part of the festival. Each one tends to reflect the music and art of that particular country though there is a special emphasis placed on countries that have a richer culture such as Brazil, Columbia, and Ecuador for example.
The parade starts at around 12:00 PM and ends at Burgess Park around 1:45 PM. From here the party and celebrations run all day long right up around 10:00 PM. The carnival itself has attracted many famous celebrities from the Latin American region including Henry Fiol and Adalberto Santiago to name some. In addition to these performers a selection of artists from London and Europe perform some of the best Latin American themes.
The festival features 4 main areas where all the events take place, and these areas cater to all kinds of different events that are taken from different countries in the Latin American region. There is also the Open Salsa dance competition that takes place during the entire day at the park while the final of the competition is held on the center stage. From this vantage point attendees can vote for their favourite contestants. The festival also features a children’s area that houses a bouncy castle and a number of fun filled rides.
This extravaganza of Latin culture would not be complete without a sampling of cuisine from the region. The festival has approximately 200 stalls that offer cuisine not only from Latin America, but also from the Caribbean and western countries.
A variety of London hotels in the area allow visitors to the city to partake in the festivities, but Langham Hotel in London offers superior service and the ultimate in comfort. Stay at this hotel and be ensured of a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
NOLDEN
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