With Venice’s world-famous Carnival set to begin at the end of January, what events can you look forward to this year and what are the key dates? Venice is a magical city at any time of year but its ...

Performers in traditional Chinese attire are pictured during the Venice Carnival at San Marco Square in Venice, Italy, in March. [Photo/Xinhua] The fashion show also featured Qing Dynasty (1644 ...

To fully enjoy the Carnival while avoiding excessive crowds, consider visiting Venice during the weekdays at the start of the Carnival. It's also worth staying overnight to take part in the ...

The masquerade parade on the Grand Canal in Venice is part of the Venice Carnival, an annual festival which began in 1162. During two weeks of the Venice Carnival, thousands of tourists descend on ...

The Venice Carnival takes place each year in February in St Mark’s Square in Venice. During the Carnival people paraded on the streets of Venice wearing colourful masks. This allowed them to protect ...

Venice's very existence inspires wonder, and during Carnival, this city of canals provides a fanciful backdrop for the festivities leading up to Lent. Costumes, and notably masks, have added to ...

Carnival is the most magical time of the year in Venice. Find out how to make the most of your trip, from accommodation to transportation and attending one of the iconic masquerade balls.

Revelers pose during the Venice Carnival in Venice, Italy, on Feb. 4, 2023. The Venice Carnival 2023 kicked off in the Italian lagoon city on Saturday, and will last until Feb. 21. Photo ...

Revelers pose during the Venice Carnival in Venice, Italy, on Feb. 5, 2023. The Venice Carnival 2023 kicked off in the Italian lagoon city on Feb. 4, and will last until Feb. 21. (Xinhua/Jin ...