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Visit of a Mask Artisan's Laboratory of Mamoiada
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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.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Description of the steps involved in making the mask
Tour of the lab with a local expert artisan
Souvenirs
Meeting Points
Departure
Via A. Crisponi, 17
The meeting point is in A. Crisponi street n° 17.
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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!
Visit of a Mask Artisan's Laboratory of Mamoiada
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About
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.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Description of the steps involved in making the mask