It’s the Carnival season – not only in Brazil but also in Europe. Carnival is an annual Christian celebration that typically occurs before the onset of Lent and generally involves a public celebration of some kind, e.g. street parties, parades, balls or some other form of entertainment. Lent is a time of fasting and sacrifice, a farewell from all bodily pleasures for forty days before Easter.
Venice Carnival is one of the oldest carnivals in the world, back in 1094.
By the 18th century the Venice Carnival reached its maximum splendor. It was a celebration that knew no bounds. Carnival had also gained international recognition and attracted visitors from all over Europe. Venice was the pleasure playground of Europe including gambling, essentially the Las Vegas of its day.
Venetians unabashedly took part in lots of debauchery and revelry during carnival. They were able to get away with a lot of things, because their identity and sins were concealed behind their masks.
When Napoleon and his troops invaded Venice in 1797 carnival was banned. This ban lasted over 200 years. In 1979 Venice Carnival quickly returned to its glory days as it is now one of the most famous and popular carnivals in the world.
Well, we enjoyed the Venice vibes in Germany & admired the extravagant costumes and masks. Stunning!
Wow! Spectacular! What a great event with stunning costumes, beautiful scenery, blue sky & sunshine.
And the best part… anyone can participate. All you need is someone who can create an amazing costume… 1 year to go…
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