SHOTLIST: - BERLIN, GERMANY (JUNE 8, 2025) (ANADOLU - ACCESS ALL) 1. PARTICIPANTS IN VARIETY OF TRADITIONAL CULTURAL COSTUMES AT CARNIVAL 2. PERFORMANCES DURING PARADE SHOWCASING VIBRANT EXPRESSIONS OF GLOBAL HERITAGE 3. GROUPS DANCING AND PLAYING MUSIC, FILLING STREETS WITH RHYTHM AND COLORBERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 8: The annual Carnival of Cultures (Karneval der Kulturen), a German celebration uniting cultures from around the world, took place this year in Berlin's Friedrichshain district. For the first time, the event was held along the iconic Karl-Marx-Allee, featuring performances by 68 different groups. With the theme “Join In and Inspire Others,” organizers emphasized messages of diversity, social justice, and cultural participation. The festival also served as a platform to stand firmly against discrimination and far-right extremism. The vibrant parade and performances drew large crowds, showcasing music, dance, and traditions from across the globe, underscoring Berlin’s reputation as one of Europe’s most inclusive and multicultural cities.