The traditional attire of the Carnival of Sappada in the Dolomites is a captivating display of the region's rich cultural heritage. Participants wear elaborate costumes featuring vibrant colors, intricate embroidery, and handmade wooden masks, each uniquely crafted to depict various characters from local folklore. The main character, Rollate, is particularly iconic: a masked figure clad in heavy dark sheepskin fur with a large hood that completely covers the head, adorned with a tuft of red wool. The wooden mask, with its stern look, dark thick moustache, and eyebrows, alters the voice of the
The traditional attire of the Carnival of Sappada in the Dolomites is a captivating display of the region's rich cultural heritage. Participants wear elaborate costumes featuring vibrant colors, intricate embroidery, and handmade wooden masks, each uniquely crafted to depict various characters from local folklore. The main character, Rollate, is particularly iconic: a masked figure clad in heavy dark sheepskin fur with a large hood that completely covers the head, adorned with a tuft of red wool. The wooden mask, with its stern look, dark thick moustache, and eyebrows, alters the voice of the wearer, adding an air of mystery and tradition. These attires symbolize the community's connection to their history and the festive spirit that brings the entire village together in celebration.
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