La Maschera Più Bella: The Most Beautiful Mask Competition
The "La Maschera più bella" competition, celebrating the artistry of costumers and mask-makers, ran throughout the Carnival, with parades in St. Mark's Square starting January 31 . Participants paraded in sumptuous costumes featuring precious details, with the contest continuing until the selection of the best mask at the end of the Carnival . The competition is part of a broader program preserving Venetian craftsmanship traditions