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LanguagesItalian
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Overview
Live a suggestive experience at a craftsman in Mamoiada who will show you all the stages of the production of the typical masks of the carnival of Barbagia, in the heart of Sardinia.
Learn about the ancient local tradition of carnival Barbagia masks;
Discover all the stages of the production of the typical wooden masks and enjoy an immersive experience into Sardinian local culture.
What's included
Description of the steps involved in making the mask
Tour of the lab with a local expert artisan
Souvenirs
What to expect
Pass by
With a visit to the workshop of a mask craftsman in Mamoiada, in the heart of Sardinia, you can hear the story of the masks of Mamuthones and Issohadores, told by those who every day transforms a piece of wood into what has become the symbol of carnival in Sardinia. At Mamoiada the masks are still made as they were: light, wearable, dyed black, with frowning eyebrows and the mouth contracted in a grimace of pain. Our guide and craftsman will show you his evocative workshop, where you will follow the various stages of processing, from the trunk to the mask. You will see the birth of unique pieces, made by hand, in various types of Sardinian wood, from perastro to holm oak. Discover the origins and meaning of the masks of the barbarian carnival, book now your experience!
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The meeting point is in A. Crisponi street n° 17.
End point
The meeting point is in A. Crisponi street n° 17.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dogs are allowed if brought with a muzzle and leash, if they are small dogs a leash is sufficient
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
