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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.

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    Carnival: Masks
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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.

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    Carnival: A MASK IS A MUST
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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.

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    Carnival: ITALIAN SONGS
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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!!!!!!

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    Carnival: THE CARNIVAL IN VENICE.
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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. On www.carnevale.venezia.it you can have a look at the programme and read about the history of the carnival.

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    Carnival: Carnival Masks. Every...
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  • Carnival Masks. Every February Venice becomes party central when Carnival season arrives. You can buy these masks all over Venice including on the islands of the lagoons. They are handcrafted and therefore quite expensive. I spent about a half hour watching a very welcoming and talented lady paint a mask while visiting Burano.

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    Carnival: CARNAVAL
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  • When Carnival first began 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. All the campi were thronged with people intent on partying and carousing, singing, dancing and playing games. The most common costume (the bałtta) was composed of a black silk hood, a lace cape, a voluminous cloak (the tabarro), and a three-cornered hat and a white mask that completely covered the wearer's face. This allowed revelers to go around the city incognito. It was useful to go to casini, places where you could play games of chance. Since 1980 the celebration of Carnival in Venice has gained popularity. People come from the world over to attend private and public masked balls and masked revelers of all ages invade the campi where music and dancing continues nearly day and night. Theatrical performances and an array of ancient games are organized for the amusement of Venetians and visitors alike.

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    Carnival: Carnival
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  • You can see the importance of the Carnival all the year for the lots of fancy dress stores you will find all along Venice. Lots of religious fancy dresses, mask of all kinds ... all with a great art made and high quality

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    Carnival: In February they have a great...
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  • In February they have a great fun Carnivale, there are so many people dressing up, some are very glamourous. The whole city comes alive with colour and draws people from all over Italy, so be ready for the crowds! The Carnivale of Venice is said to have originated from an important victory of the 'Repubblica Della Serenissima' (now it was called the town of Venezia in those times), in the war against Ulrico, patriarch of Aquileia, in the year 1162. To celebrate this victory, dances and reunions started to take place in San Marco Square, and due to the multicultural character of Venice, magicians and others joined the fun, just for business, and for fun only. In the beginning this celebration that started the day after Christmas and this went on for several centuries until the 17th century, rejoicing in music, culture, rich garments and a growing middle class, and this is more the carnival we know. The music of Vivaldi, the masks, the beautiful and mysterious women, all together

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    Carnival: The Venice Carnival
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  • The Carnival celebrations officially begin on 17 January. Venetian craftsmen developed their characteristic forms of carnival mask, and today these remain 1 of the principal symbols of the city. People who wear masks over their faces no longer belong to the everyday world, but are symbolically shifted to a different, spiritual world, returning only when the mask is removed. Until the mask reveals their face, they live in the underworld through a personal transformation and regeneration. It's symbolic that the carnival's celebrated in winter, when life itself is to be found underground, renewing itself for spring.

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