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Masks are an integral part of Mardi Gras, harking back to its European carnival roots. During Mardi Gras, it is legal to wear masks in New Orleans (a practice otherwise prohibited by law).
Known for its spectacular parades, floats, marching bands, throws, and King cake, Mardi Gras is the biggest celebration in New Orleans. The first recorded Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans took ...