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Le Peuple S'Amuse - Haiti Kanaval 2015

These floats, regardless of the genre of the Krewe, share some commonalities-- they are always colored in traditional Madri Gras colors of gold, purple and green. Every year, the Krewes take out new signature floats with revamps and touch-ups while some floats are created with the new theme of the season. In New Orleans, float riders are required by law to have a mask on. There is a tradition to carry 'Flambeaux' (flame torch). The tradition of throwing beads with predetermined colors started with the king in 1872. Purple for justice, gold for power and green for faith. Each year, a Rex or the King of the Carnival is chosen by 'Rex Organization' and a symbolic key of the town is handed over to him by the city Mayor.

Haitian Carnival is not same as Mardi Gras. It is a celebration held over several weeks before each year, leading up to end with the celebration of Mardi Gras. In addition to the main carnival, Haiti has smaller carnival celebrations (Rara, Koudyay, Carnaval des Fleurs, Kompa carnival, etc.) throughout the year which are different from the main carnival.

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