Research - Purpose

After the Catholic Church banned wearing the venetian masks masks, especially on holy days, it was reintroduced and eventually became a week-long celebration called ‘Carnevale’. Carnevale today is full of celebrations and is fun for everyone, tourists as well. The last time a Carnival happened in Venice, was from February 11 – February 21 2012. It is usually around this time each year.   Not only is the Carnival in Venice a fancy dress purpose for wearing these Venetian masks, it is also worn in high school prom or other, and for secret social rituals. It is used to cover up and hide the user’s identity and to charm and intrigue viewers. It is used for cheerful purposes.  

 Source: http://www.visitvenice.co.uk/venice-carnival/

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