Gaditanos ( Cadiz inhabitants) are famous for laughing about everything: politicians, financial powers, famous people, Monarchy... and firstly and mostly ....themselves and their own graces and disgraces
I find their way of living so healthy and wise! They usually have an innate sense of humour and of good mockery which is allowed by all the Spanish ( even by those critisized and " offended").
I would invite you to make a visit to Cadiz during Carnaval days or at least to try to understand a little bit what these events are all about. Very cathartic!
I have posted below an automatic Google-translation of WIKI info on Carnaval de Cadiz.
Have an excellent weekend!
Maria
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