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	Trinidad and Tobago Carnival - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago is the event of the year.
		Carnival on Trinidad and Tobago originally had its roots in conservative French aristocracy where masks were donned and social visits ensued.
		Trinidad and Tobago is very multicultural (Africian, Asian (south and east), European) and all these groups have combined their musical influences to that of Carnival.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Trinidad_and_Tobago_carnival (325 words)

	Culture of Trinidad and Tobago - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Trinidad and Tobago is an English-speaking country with strong links to both the United Kingdom and the United States.
		Carnival was brought to Trinidad by French settlers in the latter part of the eighteenth century.
		Carnival was originally confined to the upper classes, who rode the streets in floats, or watched from the upper storeys of residences and businesses.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Culture_of_Trinidad_and_Tobago (961 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago: It's Carnival
		The distinctive recognizable Trinidadian Carnival was born in the period of emancipation from enslavement (1834-1838).
		That Carnival (carne – flesh and vale – goodbye) represents the farewell to pleasure as the Catholic Church enters the period of fasting and penance that is Lent.
		Trinidad’s Carnival hence departs from this living African spiritual energy released in resistance to colonial oppression, the struggle to define Selfhood, the defining of Landscape as “home”.
	www.trinidad-tobago.net /Article.aspx?PageId=80 (1266 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago
		Trinidad and Tobago are supplied with the North Westerly winds which blow from the north west of the islands to the south east of the islands.
		Due to Trinidad's location on the coast of South America, the country is slowly developing a connection with the Spanish-speaking peoples, and therefore government regulations now require Spanish to be taught to all high school students while Venezuelans often come to Trinidad and Tobago to learn English.
		Trinidad and Tobago are famous as the birthplace of calypso music, as well as the development of the steel pan, which is widely claimed to be the only acoustic musical instrument invented during the 20th century.
	creekin.net /n185-trinidad-and-tobago.html (1504 words)

	carnival (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		In 1498, Christopher Columbus landed in Trinidad and as was the practice in the so called age of Discovery and Exploration, took possession of the island in the name of the King and Queen of Spain.
		This was a term which was used by the French and English to describe the Carnival celebrations of the African population during the period 1860 to 1896.
		While the slaves and free coloureds were not forbidden from celebrating carnival, they were compelled to stay within their own stratum of society and not presume to rub shoulders with the aristocracy.
	www.nalis.gov.tt /carnival/carnival.htm (4416 words)

	Carnival
		Trinidad and Tobago Carnival rated as the "Best Show on Earth" has had its genesis in a decree proclaimed by King Carlos IV of Spain in 1783.
		Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago is a total reflection of its people, its ethnic stock, its economic, social, political and cultural repertoire.
		Trinidad and Tobago may not be able to contribute to outerspace technology or create nuclear outfits, but we in Trinidad and Tobago can certainly show the world creativity, through its indigenous festival, Carnival.
	www.caribvoice.org /A&E/carnival.html (788 words)

	Visit Trinidad & Tobago.
		For much of the colonial period, Tobago was fought over by the Dutch, French and Spanish, pirates and even settlers from Latvia, until it became British in 1814.
		The island was joined to Trinidad as a single country at the end of the 19th century, after the collapse of its sugar market; together, the sister islands gained independence from Britain in 1962, and became a republic in 1976.
		The American military had a tremendous influence on Trinidad the classic calypso "Rum and Coca-Cola", which was made into a big hit by the Andrews Sisters in 1944, celebrates this relationship.
	www.socawarriors.net /T&T_carnival.htm (1290 words)

	a n a n s i w e b w o r k s version TWO - About Trinidad and Tobago
		Carnival Bandleaders, Costume Designers, Craftsmen, Artisans and Musicians are providing their services continuously to these new markets, and at the same time opening up the Trinidad and Tobago market even further to cultural tourism through a classic form of cultural exchange.
		Tobago, where the sea’s blue is startling and the roads wind like snakes along the steep green hillsides, is the place of dozing on a hammock, snorkelling on a reef, sipping a rum punch at sunset.
		Trinidad and Tobago is a Republic under the Constitution of Trinidad and Tobago Act of 1976 with the President as Head of State and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces.
	members.tripod.com /anansiweb/trinbago.htm (2303 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago Online
		Parliament of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
		Judiciary of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
		Trinidad and Tobago: the Entertainment Capital of the Caribbean -Database of local artistes and performers, an event calendar, industry profiles, news, and audio/video.
	members.tripod.com /~Aldrin/trinidad (1497 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago Carnival
		Carnival provides an exciting introduction to the vivid, cosmopolitan culture of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
		Perhaps the best indicator of the level of fun to be had is that many of the few lucky visitors that have made their way to Trinidad during the Carnival vow that they will be back next year.
		Carnival seems to cast a spell on all peoples regardless of colour, wealth or religion.
	www.tobagowi.com /culture/carnival.htm (438 words)

	Trinidad & Tobago vacations - holidays in Trinidad & Tobago and the Caribbean
		The carnival land of Trinidad, the larger part of this twin-island nation, is one of the most racially varied countries in the world.
		Trinidad’s most amazing natural feature, however, is the Pitch Lake — 100 acres (400,000 sq m) of tar soft enough to swallow you should you spend too long standing on it.
		The pace of life here is slower and away from the established, but not crowded, resorts at the western end of the island there are plenty of secluded coves and bays in which to idle away the hours in the water and the sun in the classic Caribbean fashion.
	www.doitcaribbean.com /trinidadandtobago (491 words)

	The Epoch Times \| Carnival Time in Trinidad and Tobago!
		But even for people who hail from Trinidad and Tobago who have emigrated to other regions, there is one time of year that is best to go home for a visit—Carnival.
		And though the festival is celebrated from New Orleans to Rio and many places in between, Trinidad and Tobago is one of the most popular spots for returning locals and throngs of tourists to celebrate.
		Carnival is a time when theatrics, fun and the vibrant energy of the people of Trinidad and Tobago combine to make a unique experience.
	www.theepochtimes.com /news/5-1-30/26140.html (638 words)

	Caribbeanedu.com \| Parent Central (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Carnival was introduced to Trinidad around 1785, as the French settlers began to arrive.
		Today, carnival in Trinidad is like a mirror that reflects the faces the many immigrants who have come to this island nation from Europe, Africa, India, and China.
		Carnival is such an important aspect of life in Trinidad that many schools believe that sponsoring a carnival band is a way to teach young people about their roots and culture.
	www.caribbeanedu.com /parents/view.asp?ArtId=05.09.04 (402 words)

	Trinidad & Tobago
		Areas to avoid in Trinidad include Laventille, South Belmont, scenic rest stops, the Savannah (crossing the park), and downtown Port of Spain (after dark), as these are areas where Americans and other foreigners are particularly vulnerable to pick pocketing and armed assaults.
		SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES: Trinidad and Tobago is prone to occasional, moderate earthquakes - one in October 2000 measured 5.8 on the Richter scale and another in December 2004 measured 5.4.
		Trinidad has never been hit by a major hurricane, although there was recently a close call with Hurricane Ivan in 2004, and Tobago has suffered extensive damage by only two hurricanes since 1963.
	travel.state.gov /travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1043.html (2604 words)

	Discover Trinidad & Tobago - Carnival
		A blending of European and African traditions, Carnival grew originally of the masked balls and parades with which the French settlers celebrated the Mardi Gras period, before the austerity of Lent.
		Today Carnival is a stunning display of colour and creativity, with hundreds of thousands of costumed masqueraders "jumping up" in the streets to the music of steel and brass bands.
		Carnival celebrations actually start weeks before the event itself, with fetes (parties), competitions, calypso shows and general merriment.
	www.discover-tt.com /carnival (537 words)

	Trinidad Information, Trinidad Birding, Trinidad & Tobago Birding, Trinidad Birds
		TRINIDAD is a large, busy, developed (and part industrial) island with an extraordinary racial mix, a cultural leader in the region but not that much tourism.
		Trinidad will host ten matches during ICC Cricket World Cup 2007, in the Warm-up phase before the official start of the tournament and then during the initial âGroup Stageâ, which will take place over ten days between Thursday 15 March and Sunday 25 March.
		The Trinidad Group Series is followed by the Super Eight matches, the first of which the first will be held are the matches in Antigua and Guyana (later Super Eight matches are in Grenada and Barbados).
	www.definitivecaribbean.com /guide/trinidad.aspx (1796 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago Carnival '96: Carnival (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago is one of the great experiences of the World.
		But more than that: Trinidad Carnival is one of the few festivals in the world that is truly a people's festival.
		Carnival is Trinidad and Tobago's most successful export.
	www.tidco.co.tt /local/carnival/car14.htm (474 words)

	The Carnival Franchise: Trinidad and Tobago Entertainment (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Trinidad and Tobago Carnival leaders are quietly exporting their skills to mas'-hungry cities around the globe.
		No one has yet attempted to quantify the foreign exchange earned for Trinidad and Tobago by the existence of so many Carnivals around the world inspired by the Trinidad original (about 56, at last count) but it must certainly run into a few million dollars.
		The imperative, for Trinidad and Tobago, is that some of that money should circulate back home in the form of foreign exchange.
	www.entertaintnt.com /news/articles/carnival_franchise.html (513 words)

	Discover Trinidad and Tobago: Welcome - Carnival
		Trinidad and Tobago is a country of seasons and festivals, and there is no bigger festival than Carnival.
		Carnival activity begins as early as October, when local radio stations start playing the new calypso and soca recordings, and ends the weekend after Carnival Tuesday, when promoters host “cool down” fetes to help nationals unwind after months of non-stop partying.
		After all, the steel pan is the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago, invented right here, and for the pannists it is an opportunity to show off their skill.
	www.meppublishers.com /online/discover/welcome/index.php?pid=1005 (1017 words)

	Welcome to Trinidad and Tobago Carnival! - Welcome to Trinidad and Tobago Carnival (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Each Carnival Trinidad and Tobago launches itself into the biggest outpouring of energy and creativity.
		Carnival today includes influences from all creeds, races and classes and has spread beyond the shores of this twin island nation.
		The canvas is the body of the masquerader, the painter is the designer and with flashes of swirling colour the mas is brought to life on the streets of Port of Spain.
	www.carnivaltnt.com /cms/index.php?module=pagemaster&PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=2&MMN_position=2:2 (116 words)

	Trinidad Carnival
		While the African influence is predominant, the Carnival carries an overriding theme of unity, a central part of this unique culture's mythology.
		Trinidad's namesake, the holy Trinity is blessed as the unifying principle.
		The first woman to win a road march in Trinidad and Tobago (1977 with Tempo) and the first person to win both the road and calypso titles simultaneously in Trinidad, has written over 800 songs to date and shows no signs of stopping what she has been doing for decades.
	www.carnaval.com /cityguides/trinidad/trincarn.htm (2585 words)

	Mascots Trinidad Carnival Home
		Trinidad and Tobago Carnival, the greatest show on Earth and the best party in the Universe.
		Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago is the ideal vacation, you can dance to scintillating rhythms, see the shows and taste the food.
		For Carnival 2004, the Mascots team is adding diversity to its offerings and will be involved in a variety of Carnival presentations.
	www.mascots2000.com (267 words)

	Welcome to Trinidad & Tobago
		FIFA World Cup 2006,Viewings in Trinidad and Tobago, Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, Guest Houses,...
		Trinidad challenges the status quo; breaks the mold.You can chart your own adventure with our help of course and discover the unexpected with a vast choice of festivals,fun events.....
		Enquiries about Carnival rates should be directed to the respective properties.
	www.visittnt.com (242 words)

	Trinidad and Tobago Birding -- Trinidad & Tobago Links on the Internet
		Trinidad and Tobago both have their own unique identities and many travelers find that a vacation just isn't complete without sampling the lifestyle on each island.
		"The carnival land of Trinidad is the larger part of this twin-island nation, and its inhabitants move at a fast pace, especially in the capital, Port of Spain, whose 500,000 inhabitants live in the tightly-packed corridors of downtown.
		When the new island of Trinidad was born, its ancient land mass and the creatures which lived there became separated from the mighty continent by a passage of water seven miles wide, the Boca Grande.
	www.birderbill.us /links.htm (4252 words)

	Enjoy in Trinidad and Tobago Hotel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Separated from Venezuela by the Paria Gulf, the Trinidad and Tobago Islands are a state of recent republican life.
		The years of European domination and the immigration of African slaves and Hindu workers have provide them with diverse characteristics: while Trinidad is acknowledged as the Caribbean most cosmopolitan island, Tobago is more related to the traditional fishing communities.
		Tobago is much smaller that Trinidad and you can reach it from Speyside.
	www.caribeinsider.com /country.do?country=248 (581 words)

	TriniView.com - Trinidad and Tobago Carnival
		A Historical Overview of the Trinidad Carnival, 1783 — 1900
		About four in the afternoon the Traditional Carnival Characters came out in full force along with a more mature crowd who usually pass on the early morning celebrations to enjoy the evening parade and the 'Pan on the Move' section of the celebrations.
		Many of the major steelbands from all over Trinidad and Tobago were represented.
	www.triniview.com /carnival (444 words)

	Jamaicans gear up for T&T Carnival 2K6 - JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM
		The Bacchanal Jamaica are among the regular Trinidad revelers, not only for the fun, but also to bring back ideas and authentic customs to adopt into the Jamaican carnival season as they seek a greater level of cultural integration for carnival in Jamaica.
		Not only do the lovers of carnival attend, but Jamaicans from several walks of life who wish to experience another culture similar to our own are also frequenting the carnival festivities in Trinidad well.
		The carnival season unofficially begins in October with the launches of the masquerade bands (mas bands) costumes and with the masses beginning preparations by joining the gym to get fit for the road parade.
	www.jamaicaobserver.com /lifestyle/html/20060209T190000-0500_98316_OBS_JAMAICANS_GEAR_UP_FOR_T_T_CARNIVAL__K_.asp (427 words)

	Trinidad Carnival quiz -- free game
		At one time Carnival was mainly participated in by the underclasses and "nice" people didn't take part.
		Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is timed to correspond with what season of the Christian calendar?
		Finally, if you were visiting Trinidad or Tobago at Carnival, you'd want to keep your strength up.
	www.funtrivia.com /playquiz.cfm?qid=159797 (181 words)

	Caribbean Net News: Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival excursion cruise to Grenada cancelled
		PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad: Many Trin-Grenadians and Trinba-gonians may this year have to come to grips with the possible reality of not being able to attend carnival in neighbouring island and spice country Grenada.
		The organization responsible for organizing the annual cruises for the Spice Mass celebrations was faced with disappointing news four days before embarking; Pan Trinbago found out that the Windward II which was hired to carry the passengers is without a passenger certificate.
		The Windward II was scheduled to leave Trinidad and Tobago on Saturday at 1:00am, to arrive in Grenada for the Carnival celebrations on Monday and Tuesday; but this would no longer be possible since they may not get the certificate until Friday morning.
	www.caribbeannetnews.com /2004/08/04/excursion.htm (373 words)

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