Kurent - an ancient carnival figure

Ptuj, 7 December - Slovenia's most distinct traditional carnival figure, Kurent is thought to originate in pagan times, although its origins are obscure. Wearing the costume is considered an honour even today.

Ptuj
Kurenti.
Photo: Vesna Pusnik Brezovnik/STA

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