There are few people who haven't heard of Mardi Gras but do you know the reason and origin of this event?
Mardi Gras (French for Fat Tuesday) is the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras was a last chance to celebrate and feast in excess before the start of Lent, a time of fasting.
Todays Mardi Gras is a huge party and celebration with Louisiana being the most recognized party city. For Louisiana this celebration is a much needed event. The chance to celebrate life and much needed tourist income.
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