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Binche Carnival
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- Entry
- Free
About
Binche Carnival, in the Belgian town of Binche in Wallonia, takes place in the days before Ash Wednesday. It's recognised by UNESCO as part of the world's intangible cultural heritage.
The highlight is the Gilles: men in wax masks and tall ostrich-feather hats who dance through the streets throwing oranges to the crowds. The main days are the Sunday, Monday and Shrove Tuesday, when the Gilles parade in full costume from dawn to the sound of drums and the stamp of their clogs.
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Camping and stays
- Day only (no camping)
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