29JAN2019 - Holiday Today - France

France - Carnival of Limoux
The Carnival of Limoux (Carnaval de Limoux) is one of the longest running Carnival celebrations in France and arguably in Europe. It is held in a small town of Limoux in the Aude department in southern France.
The history of the Limoux Carnival dates back to the 14th century. According to a tradition that was established back then, local millers were released from their dues to the Dominican priory at the Monastery of Notre-Dame-de-Prouille on Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras). They celebrated this by walking through the streets of Limoux, scattering flour and sugared almonds, and dancing to the accompaniment of minstrels.

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