Traditional Venetian Masks and Costumes
A central pillar of the Carnival is its tradition of masks and elaborate costumes. News coverage highlighted the still-active workshops in Venice where master craftsmen painstakingly create masks using methods passed down through the centuries. The timeless elegance of the costumes, many with 18th-century flair, was on full display in St. Mark's Square, with participants fully embracing the spirit of Carnevale.