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Karneval: A German Tradition
BY MRINALINI
LEVIN-SRINIVASAN
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In January 2023, I moved from Houston to Bonn, Germany, for my father’s work. Since then, I have been enjoying my time living in a new country. Among many interesting things in Bonn is the festival of Karneval. Karneval is a German holiday celebrated in February, especially in the region of North Rhine-Westphalia.
During Karneval season, there are lots of pa- rades that go through different neighborhoods and streets throughout the city. Many people wear festive costumes and line up on the sides of the streets. People in elaborate costumes and on floats come by in a big parade.
Meanwhile, the people on the streets shout “Alaaf” (which means “Hurrah!”) and “Kamelle!” When you shout “Kamelle!”, it means you want the paraders, or the people in the parade, to throw candy to you. People from the parading floats then rain candy down on you. You collect the candy in bags and take it home.
When I went to a Karneval parade in Bonn with my family, we also got soccer balls, cereal boxes, sponges, and tissues, in addition to more candy than I have ever seen.
I am returning to Houston and Roberts for fifth grade this August. I know that when I am celebrating Halloween in Houston this October, I will still be thinking about Karneval.
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