Carnival time: here are ten cities transformed into an open-air theatre

Born as a ritual of transgression and social upheaval to exorcise the arrival of Lent, Carnival has today changed its skin. For the contemporary tourist, it is no longer just a street party, but an immersive experience with cultural value: a sophisticated combination of excellent craftsmanship and satire that transforms cities into open-air stages. In Italy, the palimpsest of celebrations confirms itself as a unique mosaic. It is time to choose your mask and set off: here is a virtual tour of allegorical floats and parades in ten stages in Italy and abroad.