Carnival in Malta

February in Malta, is certainly marked by Carnival celebrations.

For many years, Carnival has completely entrenched itself in Maltese tradition. It represents a colourful event, in which people from all walks of life participate. Carnival in Malta takes up five days before Lent. Traditionally this was the time to indulge and feast before sobering up for the 40-day fast which in Christian and Catholic tradition preceded the Resurrection of Christ. Actually 'carne vale' marked the period when meat and other earthly pleasures could be enjoyed in a spree prior to the commencement of the term of Lenten penitence. In Malta the five feastdays are celebrated almost exclusively in the capital, Valletta, and Nadur Gozo, even though one can find numerous activities in other towns. 

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'Il- Perlini u l- Prinjolata' (Typical sweets and cakes)