Batabano delivers carnival flair

The vibrant colours and pulsating percussion of Batabano rocked Seven Mile Beach on Saturday, featuring thousands of costumed dancers and revellers, as well as spectators lined up along the side of the road to cheer them on. The street parade, which began at 1pm by Seven Mile Public Beach, wound its way along West Bay Road and did not stop shimmying until hours later. Float after float, each more colourful than the last, was accompanied by legions of scantily clad dancers. Governor Martyn Roper took in his first Batabano from a convenient spot right in front of his Government House home on West Bay Road. He said it was a thrill to be able to see the Cayman spectacle in all its grandeur. “It’s lovely, wonderful. Lots of colour and fantastic costumes. I’m really enjoying it,” the governor said. “I’ve seen some similar carnivals in other parts of the world, but this one looks fantastic.” Read the full story at www.caymancompass.com. Follow us www.facebook.com/caycompas