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Maastricht celebrates Carnival

February 20, 2007 by Sueli

Wow! Carnival in Maastricht, photograph: Danya Chaikel

I ventured into the centre of Maastricht for opening day of Carnival last Sunday and managed to snap some photos of the colourful party. Here’s just a few of the amazing costumes that were on display.

Crowds arrive by bus and train, Carnival in Maastricht 2007, photograph: Danya Chaikel

Crowds arrive by bus and by train

Merry Christmas with Gigantius, Carnival Maastricht 2007, photograph: Danya Chaikel

Merry Christmas with Gigantius

My friend Michele an Darth Vader, Carnival Maastricht 2007, photograph: Danya Chaikel

My friend Michele and Darth Vader

Lion, Carnival in Maastricht, photograph: Danya Chaikel

A lion

Heading home, carnival in Maastricht, photograph: Danya Chaikel

Heading home

Photographs by Danya Chaikel

Danya Chaikel is from Vancouver, Canada and recently graduated from law school. She has a background of working with migrants and promoting human rights. Danya recently moved to Maastricht to be with her Dutch partner.

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