... in which wearing a mask was encouraged. One of those periods began on Ascension Day (40 days after Easter) and lasted until June 10th. The second period was between October-December. This was the time when the 'domino' clothing was also allowed. It was in those years, when the Venetian Carnivals planted its roots. The annual start date was December 26th and to this present day, it closes on Shrove Tuesday. ...

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