In January 2008, I had the opportunity to visit Germany where we were attending a trade show in Paderborn. We had researched with tour books and online and decided that we wanted to visit Cologne,but we had missed one very important fact: the day we arrived was the first day of Karnival, a celebration of abandon on the last days before the pious living of Lent. Think of it as Mardi Gras but colder and with more clothing. The cathedral was closed for the duration as the area became alive with song and drink. What were we do but join the crowd!
Karnival crowds in Cologne Germany during Karnival
One of the more elaborate costumes to be seen.
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