©Anja Bakowska
P. IVA 01274230075
Stories
Ancient Tradition
Every year in memory of the passage of the soldiers following Napoleon across the Great Saint Bernard Pass in 1800, they march through the villages of the Cumba freida. Bizarre masks, amazing colors, very rich costumes, all handmade, which sparkle in the sun. Time stands still, unites people in dances between villages where food and drinks are offered. Among the characters of the traditional carnival we find the bear, which represents the coming of spring; the tails of mules, which represent the winds and serve to ward off harmful air currents; mirrors on costumes, which are supposed to chase away evil spirits; the color red, which symbolizes strength and vigor and which also has the power to exorcise evil spells and misfortunes
©Anja Bakowska
P. IVA 01274230075