Carnival participants dressed as the Roosters attend the Roztocký Masopust in Roztoky near Prague, Czech Republic. Masopust means 'farewell to meat' in Czech language. This popular festival celebrates throughout the Czech Republic before the Lent. One of the most spectacular Masopust carnivals takes place annually in the small town of Roztoky just outside Prague.

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