The dates are those of 2008 February 7, 8, 9 ,when in Milan will take place the traditional Ambrosian Carnival(according to the Ambrosian rite the festival in colorful mask is celebrated until the first Sunday of Lent), which this year as a thematic strand proposes the fascinating historical and artistic figure who responds to the name of Leonardo Da Vinci.
Always inspired by the Renaissance Genius is the parade of floats, Saturday, February 9 to 15, the gardens Palestro Street, where the parade will start open as usual from Meneghino and Cecca tipical and traditional masks of Milan.
Simultaneously, for the delight of children and adults, will take place in the Lombard capital the 33th edition of the "Carnival of the boys", this too with a wire conductor. The title of the 2008 is "Giocagiocattolo - This year we are the games..."
The figure of the clown characterize the festival on the eve of Lent because in conjunction with the Ambrosian carnival will takes place in Milan, district Island district, the third edition of Milan Clown Festival, dedicated to meeting clowns and street artists. As usual, the city has organized for the event and there are many hotels and hotel in Milan that will offer packages and special offers for the whole weekend.