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The Policënelle and L'URSË of Alessandria del Carretto
Calabria
From Calabria come the Polecenelle and the Urse of Alessandria del Carretto, protagonists of an archaic and spectacular tradition! The colourful masks of the Polecenelle, with their dances and jokes, alternate with the wild and disturbing side of the Urse, symbol of the indomitable forces of nature. A spectacle of colours and symbolism not to be missed!
The Blumarji of Montefosca
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
From the heart of the Friulian mountains come the Blumarji of Montefosca! Masked youths with tall flowery headdresses and cowbells on their backs run to awaken the earth from its winter sleep. An ancient tradition that brings with it all the primordial energy of Carnival!
The Pust
Mersino Carnival (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)
Directly from the Natisone Valleys, the Pust of Mersino brings with it the overwhelming energy of an ancient tradition! Colourful masks, cowbells, pranks and dances: a ritual of celebration and rebirth rooted in the most authentic folklore. Don't miss their spectacular performance!
Urs and the Teana Carnival
Basilicata
From Basilicata comes the Carnival of Teana, an ancient tradition that combines symbolism and satire! Its most iconic masks, L'Urs, a wild and disturbing figure, and Carnuluvar, the incarnation of human vices, animate a unique parade. An archaic ritual celebrating the bond between man and nature!
Ancient Carnival of the County of Modica
Modica
I misi ‘i ll'annu di Rodi Milici
Sicily
From Sicily comes I Mesi dell'Anno di Rodì Milici (The Months of the Year of Rodì Milici), one of the most fascinating and symbolic carnival representations! With protagonists such as the twelve Months, the King, the Poet and the Bourgeois, this popular dramatisation recounts the passage of time through declamations, dances and a meaningful allegorical confrontation. Don't miss the opportunity to witness this unique tradition!
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