Do you love dragons?
Warning – I do and always have…So, the night light carnival was absolutely mezmerising. Ever since I first read about dragons, I have loved them. My daughter played with dragons and built dragons instead of dolls or cars. I still love animated movies with dragons in them. Spirited Away (Hayao Miyazaki on Japanese myths of old) and How to Train your Dragon (charming and clever), both have much to teach us. Fun, inspiration and wisdom in one. I hope to see them again with little Myra.
Time for the Light festival then. Promenade des Anglais looked wonderful in the sunset. But now – let’s get started!
The Carnival King arrived in confetti showers. At least 10-15 meters tall. Impressive.
Then another king came along – you all know who he is!
This car was obviously every year in the parade. I don’t recognise the animals or drivers. Do you?
Now – my dragons! Some skilled building here and I don’t want to know how many hours’ work. Look at the details. He walked, moved his body parts separately, sent flames and smoke, and juggled artists from his neck and head.
We climbed down the stairs to see him from ground level too. What a treat! My little grandchild looked at the movie clip I sent, and was at first a bit scared, then fascinated. I hope she will love dragons too. My fascination still burns. It is good to keep the child in you even as a grown up.
Leya 
What a stunning parade ! Dragons always make everything better, Ann-Christine. Even the movies.😊
They do!
Thank you for the opportunity to pretend I was there on the sidelines! Fun indeed !!! Dragons? Am smiling – naturally I know what they are . . . but am learning about them from you. . . I don’t think I have ever thought about them in any way! Perchance some of us are a wee bit short on imagination . . .
Haha, I don’t think so…but I am glad to see you there!
Oh, and huge thanks for Vivi’s address . . . mine was different! I really miss her posts . . . shall see whether I get to send a few ‘love’ words over the weekend1 . . . hugs
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What a fabulous carnival, I would love to be there, but you have captured the colour and atmosphere so well and those dragons WOW
Glad you liked them – and WOW, yes, really magical…
Wow! That must have been lots of fun. Your photos show so much enthusiasm. Great!
Haha, well, I guess you mean my love for dragons shines through!
Wonderful photos and details on those dragons! I can see why you and your daughter love them. Keep on playing and sharing beauty!
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What a fabulous carnival. So much to enjoy, and so huge, surely everyone could see it all?
Fabulous indeed, I see why Viveka go every year…To see well you had to buy tickets for the tribunes. Standing down on the ground was not a good idea. I really recommend this carnival – perfect into every detail. Costumes made by theatre taylors and building everything must have demanded skilled people all around. Just think of all the organising work too…I bet they start everything for next year the day after this year’s carnival.
I bet the preparations are long – hard work – but excellent fun too.
Yes, hard work pays off!
Great captures Ann-Christine! I love the colors and atmosphere. And that sunset image–amazing!
Thank you, we really had a great week. And good weather!
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Incredible dragon! I’ll come and watch the movies with you 🤗💜
Haha, your grandchildren might love them – if they are not too young. ♥
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Fab photos
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What a stunning display of wonderful, creative work, Ann-Christin! This resonates with my inner child, it’s all pure magic and so beautifully presented.
Thank you, Dina! Much appreciated! Happy you could feel the magic too. We were totally mezmerised and recommend a visit to these festivities. Very professionally made into the detail.
Amazing carnival floats, especially that dragon!
Totally amazing, it was hard to leave…