The Venice Carnival is an annual event that attracts a lot of attention from tourists all over the world. On this occasion, Venice welcomes an average of more than 3 million visitors. This year's Carnival in Venice will be held on February 16 and last until March 5.
Origin of the festival
Historically, the festival was first held in 1162 to celebrate the victory of the Republic of Venice over the Aquileians. Before this victory, people gathered in San Marco Square to dance and sing. Since then, the festival has been held every year and by the Renaissance period, the Venice Carnival was recognized as an official event.
Masks were at one point banned.
During the Holy Roman Empire, masks were banned and the festival was discontinued. In 1979, the Venice Carnival was officially revived to restore the lost history and culture. Since then, more than 3 million visitors have come to Venice every year to attend this festival.
"Most beautiful mask" contest
The most important event of the festival is the Best Mask contest, which aims to find the most unique and creative costume. The jury includes professional fashion and makeup designers from all over the world.
Traditional Venetian masks are very much present at the Venice Carnival. Masks play a very important role in the city's cultural and artistic culture. During the festival, mask makers become even busier to meet the soaring demand for costumes. Each artist works hard to have their work named as the Best Mask. This year's Venice Carnival will take place from February 16 to March 5.
Recreating a 17th-century Venice
The Venice Carnival is a chance for people to escape their everyday lives and become someone else. In addition to elaborate masks and costumes, the entire city of Venice is decorated with decorations and staff dressed in medieval costumes, making the place feel like it was back in the 17th and 18th centuries.
The number of visitors attending the festival is huge.
Throughout the festival, there are also grand parades both in the streets and on the canals. To be able to see these special parades, visitors must come very early to reserve a good spot because the number of people attending the festival is very large.
Many special performances took place throughout the festival.
In addition to the parade, the streets of Venice will be filled with carefully selected and carefully prepared performances to add to the atmosphere of the Venice Carnival. Visitors will witness stilt walkers and circus performers performing their best in colorful costumes.
In addition to street performances, a large outdoor stage is also set up for music and drama performances. These arts play an important role in the spiritual life of Venetians in particular and Italians in general.
"Flying angel" performance - the most anticipated highlight of the festival
The annual Angels of Flight performance in St. Mark's Square is also a much-anticipated highlight of the Venice Carnival. It is the opening act of the festival. At night, colorful masquerade balls take place in large, luxurious restaurants.
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