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Santo Domingo Carnival

  • Getting into the Santo Domingo carnival spirit. Courtesy of Dominican Republic tourist office

    Santo Domingo is awash with party-goers dressed in the traditional devil costume with elaborate masks during carnival time. The event closes with a giant parade down the Malecón featuring the Carnival King and professional dance groups (comparsas).

    • When: Feb - Mar 2009 (annual)
    • Where: Santo Domingo

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