The streets of London are about to come alive as the Notting Hill Festival is approaching. This unique music, dance and food festival, basically celebrates the Afro- Caribbean culture. Be a part of this one of its kind celebration by saying in hotels near Notting Hill Carnival!
The festival started with the abolition of Slavery, is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show in the streets of this area. A mood of celebration is in the air during this festival.
Choose a London hotel, situated close to the venue of this colourful festival and get to witness the fun of the parades, enjoy great music and taste delicious food.
Have a look to know more about this amazing festival!
When:
28th August- 29th August
Events:
Music
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Steel Band: The steel band, also called the steel pan, is basically a percussion instrument. During the festival, the streets of this city will be swarming with participants playing the instrument adding to the excitement factor of the fest. Tourists are sure to have a great time witnessing participants in such heavy numbers playing the steel band.
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Static Sound Systems: The complete area where the festival is being held will be surrounded by over 40 sound systems such that every sort of music, varying from reggae to jazz, will be audible till miles to hear!
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Samba: The very sensuous Brazilian dance form will be a major event at this festival and will add maximum energy to the celebrations. Colourful costumes, brightly decorated masks and grand headgears on vivacious dancers, will be displayed at this event. Travellers are suggested to join these professional dancers and dance away.
Food
The streets of this area will be engulfed by the aroma of delectable Caribbean recipes. The major crowd pullers amongst these are mentioned below.
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Jerky Chicken: the paprika and garlic flavoured chicken is very inviting! This mouth watering dish is a Notting hill speciality.
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Curried Goat: Marinated with the flavour of garlic and pepper, the lamb chops make a perfect dish for this high on energy festival.
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Rice N Peas: Very basic, very healthy yet extremely tasty, rice with boiled peas make for a delightful appetizer at this fest.
Tourists from across the world travel to London to celebrate this Carnival. Book
London accommodation before all the hotel rooms are occupied, and be a part of one of London’s biggest festival. This once in a year festivity deserves your presence.
Peter Smith is an associate editor of Londonhotels4u.com which offers
hotels near Notting Hill Carnival at best prices. The travellers can select from a range of accommodation deals at any of the London hotels listed on the site.
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