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Carnaval Dominicano (Santo Domingo)

18° 28.4′ N · 69° 53.0′ W · approximate

Every Sunday in February towns across the DR parade in elaborate masks led by the Diablo Cojuelo, building to Independence Day on February 27 with a large military display in Santo Domingo.

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Position approx: Santo Domingo Zona Colonial. Wikipedia: carnival opens with a gala in Santiago, traditional parades run every Sunday in February, and February 27 (Independence Day) is the climax with a large military display in Santo Domingo; characters include the Diablo Cojuelo, Roba la Gallina, La Ciguapa and Los Indios. La Vega's carnival is one of the biggest; in San Pedro de Macorís, Guloya groups dance in the streets. From Marina Zarpar, Santo Domingo is about 12 miles by taxi (Virgintino guide). Expect vejigas (inflated bladders) swung at spectators.

Best for

A cultural day ashore in February

Season

Sundays in February; Feb 27 climax

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