7Attend the Carnival of Ivrea and Join the Orange Battle
While Venice’s Carnival is renowned worldwide, the Carnival of Ivrea in northern Italy takes festivities to a whole new level. This unique celebration involves a massive food fight with oranges.
Participants divide into teams, representing different historical factions, and engage in a spirited battle using oranges instead of traditional weaponry. The symbolism behind this unusual tradition relates to the city’s defiance against tyrannical rulers in the past. Joining the Orange Battle at the Carnival of Ivrea is a lively and messy way to experience Italian culture and history.
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