Hastings, East Sussex, UK. 11 Feb 2018. Brilliant sunny day for the parade of the decorated umbrellas at the Fat Tuesday / Mardi Gras carnival.

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Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday refers to the events of the carnival celebrations on or after the Christian feasts of Epiphany (Three Kings Day) and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday known as Shrove Tuesday. Mardi Gras is French for 'Fat Tuesday' reflecting the practice of eating rich fatty foods before the fasting season

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