Photos from the masquerade festival in Venice, Italy, featuring the extravagant outfits and masks of revelers. Venetians have celebrated the traditional event annually since its popularization during the Renaissance.

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Photos from Cedric Favero, titti_3, angelatff, oriana.italy, lotti roberto, and Derrigo.