From Rio's dazzling parades to Trinidad's soulful rhythms, Carnival unites the world in vibrant celebration. Its roots trace ...

Venice's opulent Byzantine-inspired and Gothic architecture, crisscrossed by a network of canals, is an otherworldly sight at ...

It increased tourists' interest in Chinese culture and inspired us to showcase authentic Chinese costumes and traditions," says Massimo Andreoli, chairman of the historical carnival in Venice.

Lorraine Pritchard trained in Florence to perfect her traditional techniques and has put her works on display in Edinburgh.