Music and Fantasy Will Reign During Mazatlan’s 113th Carnaval Celebrations
28 Feb 2011 Leave a Comment
in Mexico Tourism, Uncategorized Tags: Carnaval, Enrique Patron de Rueda, Mardigras, mazatlan, mexico, Parade, Poetry Awards, Symphony Orchestra, Travel Deals
Vancouver, B.C. – February 28th, 2011- Mazatlan has celebrated one of the world’s largest Carnaval – Mardigras- celebrations over a century. This March, the city will once again become a cultural phenomenon filled with performances, fiestas and parades that will enchant hundreds of thousands of families. This year’s Carnaval theme is “The Return of the Muses” in honor of poetry.
Among other events, Enrique Patron de Rueda will conduct the Sinaloa Symphony Orchestra along with two choirs. During this unforgettable performance, 120 artists will be on stage for the crowning of the Floral Games Queen and the Clemencia Isaura Poetry Award Ceremony. Visitors will view the elaborate floats that travel the streets of Mazatlan during the Carnaval parade. Everyone is welcome to join the celebration and delight in the dancers that will perform along the longest boardwalk in Latin America wearing colorful costumes. Carnaval-goers will be amazed during the traditional Naval Battle – a grand festival of lights that will brighten the night sky along the coast.
Carnaval is the crowned jewel of ongoing cultural celebrations that make Mazatlan a unique destination. It is the city’s rich cultural heritage that makes it a preferred beach destination for Canadian travelers. Mazatlan is Mexico’s only colonial city by the beach and plays host to nearly 2 million visitors from all over the world annually. For last minute travel deals visit www.gomazatlan.com
