Tenerife

The world of magic is the theme chosen for the Carnival of Santa Cruz 2008, which will start a mere 10 days after the visit of the Three Wise Men (Los Reyes Magos). The Carnival of the capital get going on the 16th January with the competitions of comparsas, murgas, rondallas (groups of singers and dancers) and other musical groups which will last till Wednesday, 30th, the day of the Election of the Carnival Queen Gala. Just two days later, the Tenerife Carnival takes to the streets with the Opening Procession giving way to, the following Tuesday 5th February, the Gran Coso Apoteosis of the festival. The traditional Entierro de la Sardina, the funeral procession and burning of a giant effigy of a sardine, takes places the day after, and sees off the end of carnivals. Although there is still the weekend of the piñata for those who wish to enjoy the last dances on the streets. Programme for Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife 2008

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