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The Guardian

‘One big ball of happiness’: 1m revellers expected at Notting Hill carnival



West London Caribbean heritage, arts and culture event has particular significance this year after far-right riotsThousands of people have gathered on the streets of London draped in flags and decked in jewels to celebrate the annual Notting Hill carnival, with some describing the festival as a “big statement” on the cultural diversity of Britain.One million people are expected to attend the carnival, which marks the 56th year it has been running. The celebration of Caribbean heritage, arts and culture is one of the biggest and longest-running carnivals in the world. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/culture/article/2024/aug/25/one-big-ball-of-happiness-1m-revellers-expected-at-notting-hill-carnival

Author : Neha Gohil and Lanre Bakare

Publish date : 2024-08-25 18:00:36

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