Notting Hill

Shops are boarded up. The police are rounding up known troublemakers, some found with knives and at least one with a gun. Yes, the Notting Hill Carnival, the largest street party in Europe with a million people expected to attend, is back again. Sunday is Children's Day, the best day for families. All hell breaks loose on Monday. Whatever you think of Carnival, you've got to admit the costumes are works of art (CLICK). Shown is a sulky-looking member of the Paraiso Samba Troupe from last year.