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Mardi Gras, which translates to "Fat Tuesday," is the culmination of the carnival season and one of the world's most famous celebrations, especially associated with New Orleans. Its origins date back to ancient pagan traditions and, later, to Christian customs of the medieval era. The celebration was introduced to the United States by French colonists, with the first recorded instance in the region of what is now New Orleans in 1699. The modern celebration is characterized by its elaborate parades of floats, organized by social groups called "krewes." In 1872, the official colors were established: purple (justice), green (faith), and gold (power), which are used in masks, decorations, and, of course, in the famous beads thrown to the crowds. Today, Mardi Gras is not just a party but a cultural and communal manifestation that attracts millions of people to New Orleans each year to celebrate with music, costumes, and a spirit of contagious joy.