Carnival, Venice

Favorite thing: Venice....is like a Dream. A dream to live for short time, because like other travel, you want keep a idea.
Especialy in the Carnival you can do it!! Infact is the moment all people dress a Mask an make joke, Drink,.......drink more.
I think anyway all dipend to you, if you want really enjoy.

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Favorite thing: ( my brother's carnival pics - 2002 )

The Carnival is a century-old tradition in Venice and reached its maximum splendour in the 18th century. it was celebrated from December 26 and reached its climax the day before Ash Wednesday, also known as "Mardi Gras". During the period of Carnival it seems that every excess was permitted and the fact that everyone wore masks seemed to abolish all social division and to set aside the rules of behavior.

The Carnival was restored to life since 1980. People come from all over the world to enjoy private and public masked balls and masked revelers of all ages invade the campi

Favorite thing: taken from a BBC news item:

Venice, the city of waterways and canals, is to clamp down on pedestrian traffic during this year's carnival.
The Italian city is introducing a one-way system over bridges and in narrow streets, with stiff fines for revellers who ignore the rules.

On-the-spot fines of 25 euros (£17) could rise to 500 euros (£340) for those who fail to pay up.

More than 500,000 visitors are expected at the carnival, which runs from 7 February until Shrove Tuesday.

The last day of the carnival is expected to be the main attraction when thousands dress up in carnival costumes.

Venice police chief Francesco Vergine said that, in general, tourists were fairly obedient.

"When they are asked to go in one direction, they do as they are told by police, even if grudgingly," he said.

The theme of the festival this year is The Orient Express, Voyage on the Old Silk Road, India, Thailand, China and Japan.

Organisers say landmarks such as the Grand Canal and St Mark's Square will be "invaded by sounds, voices, dances, acrobats, street artists from the East".

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In the tourist areas you can find lots of stores where they sell carnival masks. Some are fantastically made, of course with the according price tag attached to it, lol. I would love to see Venice during the carnival, but I wonder if I could stand it considering how crowded it will be.

Favorite thing:
'Carneval in Venice' is really great ! ! !

B U T : If you dont come to see the carneval come here any OTHER TIME of the Year !

It is absolutely crowded, often the 'traffic of walking people' is stuck for half an hour, and nobody could tell you why! You cannot go on and cannot go back in these small streets!

Fondest memory: I really enjoyed that special kind of Carneval - its not like laughter at every corner, but sophisticated, great costumes, a certain melancholic atmosphere...

You should try it !!!

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Aaaah, the carnival!!! Even in November there are lots of places where you are reminded that Venice is the place to be for the carnival. Hmmm, wouldn't mind seeing that, wow, must be so busy in Venice, but so much alive! Aaah... maybe one day....

Favorite thing: The whole city is a delight that it is difficult to select highlights. Just wander around and soak up the unique atmosphere. Don't leave without visiting St Mark's Basilica. This building is stunning from the outside but the inside is breathtaking. Mosaics cover the floor and ceilings...unmissable.
Return outside, cross the square and take the lift to the top of the Campinile where the view is just stunning. In one direction you look down on terracotta rooftops. Turn around for a bird's eye of the square and the crowds milling outside the cathedral. Turn again and take in the view across the lagoon to the islands beyond.

Fondest memory: I was lucky enough to be in Venice for the last day of one of the famous carnivals. The crowds are even more dense than in the height of the summer but the atmosphere is electric. Costumed performers strut through the streets, pausing to strike a pose for the photographers before moving on. This is an unforgetable experience.