The largest Carnaval de Puebla on the East Coast takes place in Philadelphia on Sunday

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Little-Known Mexican Carnaval Takes Over Philadelphia's Streets

Photos of Carnaval de Puebla: The largest carnaval outside Mexico

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Little-Known Mexican Carnaval Takes Over Philadelphia's Streets

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Photos of Carnaval de Puebla: The largest carnaval outside Mexico

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Photos of Carnaval de Puebla: The largest carnaval outside Mexico