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Millions of tourists from all over the world will gather in Notting Hill - on the 26th of August (last Sunday of the month) starts the 43rd Notting Hill Carnival. It is one of the largest street festivals in Europe, which gives way by popularity only to Brazilian Carnival. Notting Hill receives about 2 million guests annually.
The history of the holiday started in 1960's, when Caribbean Diaspora which had immigrated in 50', brought its musical traditions and color to the preset-day carnival. The main event of the carnival is the Costume Parade. Spectacular plays made directed by professionals get under visitor's skin. It is possible to hear and to
see here performances of famous musicians, taste the masterpieces made by English chefs and confectioners.
Notting Hill Carnival is free of social overtone, and is notable for its vividness, gorgeousness and freedom. During the Carnival Notting Hill becomes one of the most prestigious and desirable places for tourists not only in UK but in the whole world.
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