Tenerife Carnival

Costumed singers with painted faces amid confetti at the Tenerife Carnival

The Carnival, celebrated in many towns across Tenerife, is one of the most beautiful and spectacular events of its kind anywhere in the world. Its many events draw around a million visitors, who immerse themselves in the magical party atmosphere of a festival considered the second most popular in the world after the one held in Rio de Janeiro.

The most famous celebrations take place in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Puerto de la Cruz, but carnival is celebrated all over the island, with a host of shows that bring joy to residents and tourists alike. Experiencing this major world-class event means enjoying a show within a show, full of dancing, singing and music, with the active involvement of a sea of people who go from spectators to performers.

For more information: Carnavaldetenerife.com

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