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Why Is Carnevale Important

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Carnevale, first celebrated in Venice, 1094 and has been officially allowed in that city since 1296. Renaissance Carnevale celebrations were popular throughout Europe during the middle Ages. Today for two weeks, public areas around Venice become the showcase for actors, acrobats and musicians with residents and visitors alike wearing elaborate masks and elegant costumes.
Carnevale celebrates the end of winter and the coming spring season. It is a festive season, which occurs immediately before Lent. Celebrations are held all over Italy from Venice and Milan down to the villages and towns of Sicily. The celebration of Carnevale is the Italian version of Mardi Gras in New Orleans with oranges instead of beads. Many of the biggest celebrations

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