The masks are worn by ‘caretos’, meaning disguised as the devil.
A far cry from the feathers and glitter of the carnivals Portugal are known for, the Lazarim Carnaval is one of the few celebrations in the country where the Celtic ritual of wearing large wooden masks is still practiced. The masks are worn by ‘caretos’, meaning disguised as the devil. The Lazarim Carnival includes a drum parade and feasting on tasty stew.