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About the Notting Hill Carnival
Those visiting London’s Notting Hill area in the last week of August can be forgiven for thinking they have been magically transported to the streets of Rio, amidst its carnival season. One of Europe’s largest street parties, the Notting Hill Carnival with its infectious calypso music, reggae rhythms, vibrant costumes, pulsating static sound systems, 2 live stages, mouthwatering Caribbean cuisine and dazzling floats have to be seen to be believed. Originally a Trinidadian festival which began as a celebration of the “Abolition of Slavery Act” in 1833, the carnival found a second home in the Notting Hill area in 1964. The Notting Hill Carnival today attracts over 1 million visitors and participants who unite together to celebrate freedom and the joy of living.
Location
Apart from the days of the carnival, the West London suburb of Notting Hill is usually a quiet and tranquil area which is within easy reach of central London. The Notting Hill Carnival passes along Westbourne Grove, Great Western Road, Kensal Road and Ladbroke Grove area to name but a few and those looking to get near the action can use the near by Westbourne Park, Ladbroke Grove and Notting Hill Gate Underground Stations. The Paddington Rail Station is also close by and provides easy access to the Notting Hill Carnival and its many festivities. |
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