Event & Festival > Italy > Mameli's Mask in Mamoiada


 Oct 19 2014  

Mamoiada is situated in the centre of Sardinia, the second biggest island of Italy. Sardinia’s Mamuthones is an ancient carnival which can dates back to 2,000 years ago. During the carnival, people wear black mask to scare devils away, and wear white mask to embrace the incoming spring. Next time when you visit Sardinia, besides the delicious cuisine and the fascinating Mediterranean, why don't you stop by Mr. Ruggero Mameli's workshop?  He's been working on these traditional masks for more than 30 years, his collections will absolutely amaze you.