Colors, joy, and magic! Europe's oldest carnival is held in Puglia, in Putignano
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Image source: https://www.carnevalediputignano.it/home/programma/carri-allegorici/l-apocalisse/
Putignano is a town in the province of Bari that, thanks to some of its unique features, is undoubtedly one of the most interesting places to visit near the Apulian capital.
Not only that, what makes this interesting town near Bari is its carnival , the oldest and best-known in Europe (the tradition dates back to the Middle Ages) and which, even today, continues to attract thousands of people to the city not only from all over Puglia , but also from the rest of Italy.
The Putignano Carnival, besides being one of the oldest and most popular in Europe (its origins date back to 1934) , is also the longest carnival in the world, officially beginning in December and ending with the beginning of Lent. It is precisely during this latter period that the carnival really comes to life with the parade of allegorical floats crafted in the typical and unmistakable Putignano style, accompanied by numerous groups of young people dressed in masks and dancing.
Every February , a parade of colorful and cheerful floats, so impressive they can reach 10-15 meters in height, takes place. Crafted by master papier-mâché artists , they delight young people and families every year with their papier-mâché works of art. It goes without saying that the Putignano Carnival is an event not to be missed if you want to experience firsthand the creativity of this town and the traditions of Europe's oldest carnival , so unique and captivating that there's even a summer version to ensure there's plenty of fun and humor even in the summer.
In addition to the floats carnival experience with various musical and cultural events that round out the calendar of this prestigious annual event.
Putignano Carnival website , at the following link: https://www.carnevalediputignano.it
If you are interested in seeing some photos of the Putignano Carnival , the preparations and the events, go to the official FB page:
https://www.facebook.com/carnevalediputignano/photos/
For Instagram lovers:
https://www.instagram.com/carnevalediputignano/?hl=it
Putignano is in the Murgia Barese area.
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