Venezia and Viareggio are the most famous, but there are other historically significant Carnevali around Italy, Putignano, Cento, and Fano being, perhaps, the names we are more familiar with. We are talking about events with a long history and that, through time, managed to develop a deep and meaningful connection with the territory, often becoming its symbol.

In 2022, in a significant move towards cultural preservation and international recognition, some of our most notable historic carnivals – those of Avola, Acireale, Cento, Foiano, San Giovanni in Persiceto, Sciacca, Putignano, Tempio Pausania, and Fano – united in their quest for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status. It was an important move, born from the desire to highlight their unique cultural and traditional significance, at national and international levels.