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the most beautiful mask will be on display, a tradition of Venice dating back many centuries.
you have to plan your visit for year in advance, the City bursting with Tourist.
should you have bad luck being here at Carnival time, during the year Mask Makers are busy, have a look around and watch how such little wonders come about. Leave a Comment
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Carneval di Venezia ( Carnival of Venice ) is a must visit at least once in your lifetime, and to get into the spirit of things, a mask is a must. Venice has seen some form of mask going back to the twelveth century but it was in 1608 that the mask was deemed proper for only the Carneval or official functions. Today, the Carneval di Venezia takes place in February of each year.
Mask making is done by masters of the craft and only a handful are considered the best. One of the artist's that has an amazing store and design shop across the small cobblestone walkway from each other is, Hamid, owner of Ca' del Sol. His designs are not only masks to wear but art work that can grace the walls of your home, office, or business. Every type of mask is made by Hamid and his staff and you will find Hamid in his store to help you decide which mask style, size, and shape is best for you. If you plan to be in Venice during the "Carnival" stop by and see the beautiful and the grotesque masks that are available to purchase as well as costumes to wear. If you visit Venice anytime of the year, the mask makers shops are a must see to re-live the past customs of Venice and prepare for the future fun making days of Carneval. Ca' del Sol is located at Castello, 4964 (S. Zaccaria-Fond. Osmarin). Look for Hamid and his craftsperson, Mercedes, and say hello from travelgourmet. Leave a Comment
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The symbol of Carnival is definetely the mask, the mask of Comedia dell'Arte, the Neapolitan mask, the one created today with inspiration and iimagination by skilled craftsmen.
Masks were already used in the 18th century, people wore masks on the feast of Saint Stephen and on Shrove Tuesday, but there were numerous prohibitions indicating that the mask was not only an ornament used for amusement.
The most famous of the Venetian masks is certainly the "bauta", the white mask, smooth and essential. "Moretta" is black oval mask with holes only for the eyes, "Gnaga" is the cat mask, while the mask of the "plague doctor" is with a long nose. Leave a Comment
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I WAS FORTUNATE TO FIND ON A FEW NIGHTS AS I WAS EITHER GOING TOWARD ST. MARKS OR COMING FROM ST. MARKS ...THIS SMALL RESTAURANT WITH PEOPLE DANCING AND SINGING OLD ITALIAN SONGS..IT WAS SO MUCH LIKE A MOVIE AND ALSO REMINDED ME OF YEARS AGO WHEN I PLAYED IN A WEDDING BAND FOR ITALIAN WEDDINGS.....ALL THE CELEBRATION.. .ALL THE SONGS!!!!!! Leave a Comment Phone: 900 BLOCK OF GARIBALDI STREET
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The whole city becomes colorful and spectacular when the citizens celebrate their Carnival.
The carnival, with its attendant tradition of mask-wearing, has existed since the 13th century. For centuries, they have dressed up in colorful costumes with the typical Venetian masks.
The mask has a long tradition: for ten days a year, everyone can put it on and allow to the illusion of being someone else.
The the significance of the mask is proved in the comedies of Carlo Goldoni too, where the masks play an important role always. But more exciting thing (5-10 € ), if you have a carnival mask painted by street beauticians for yourself, which suits your character.
The disguises are however very expensive (2000-3000 € ). Most of them are the property of the city or one of the local clubs, but it is possible to lend them; a 24 hour rental ranges between 400 and 600 €
Venice got the title City of the Carnivals in the 18. century only. In that time it was not so unusual that kings and princes of European courts took part in the Carnival, in order to have a good time on the city's squares and on its streets, in the casinos and in theatres.
For example in 1869 also the Emperor of Austria, Franz Josef took part in the Carnival incognito under the name of Count of Falchenstein.
When the republic has fallen, the carnival became forgotten. The tradition came true in 1979 again and today already one of the world's most popular events.
In 2009 it took place from 14 to 24 February.
The beginning of the carnival is signaling by the star attraction named Flight of the Angel. Starting from 2001 instead of the wooden dove a real person is let down by the help of a cable from the campanile. On half way downwards confetti showers on the people standing on the St. Mark square. This year - 2009, Margherita Missoni, of the famed Milanese fashion family, helped Venice's annual carnival get under way.
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It is said that its origin comes from a victory of Venice in the war against Ulric; Patriarca of Aquileia, in the year 1162.
At Carnival time there are many people of all ages wearing masks. In the city you can enjoy several street performances; parades, and other attractions. Leave a Comment
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 Two Venice Masks by draguza
In the past Carnival played an important social function: it created a temporary escape valve for the people who were strictly observed all year by the Doge’s government. In this period they at least appeared to be free, dressing up and partying day and night.
Shows were put on in the squares and in Piazza San Marco, especially on Jeudi and Mardi Gras, the most important days of Carneval. Carnevale reached the height of its magnificence in 1700 when it began to attract visitors from all over Europe. The “maschereri” were founded to meet the growing need for masks: they were true crafts experts for dressing up and created masks and heavy velvet cloaks for the occasion. The most fashionable mask was Bauta, a unisex costume made from a black tricorn hat, a white paper-mache mask that left the mouth uncovered for eating and drinking and a black cloak.
Carnevale is still celebrated in the open air today, with public shows and private parties organized in the Venetian palaces. People really let themselves go and there are many tourists around to watch, who either dress up or who just watch.
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There are so many important events in Venice during the whole year, but the Carnival is probably the most famous one. It is the time of the year when locals shows the other side of their characters, I'd say, the one when indigenous arrogancy is substituted by the almost childish mirth and anxiety. It is the best time of the year, besides Regatta Storica, when one should visit the town. During the days of the carnival, almost everything is allowed and the visitors shouldn't be surprised with some pleacsant and maybe unpleasant surprises. Leave a Comment
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Lots of religious fancy dresses, mask of all kinds ... all with a great art made and high quality Leave a Comment
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