The best parade photos
Styria is firmly in the hands of fools today
From Bad Aussee to Bad Radkersburg, from Eibiswald to Mariazell, Styria was firmly in the hands of fools on Shrove Tuesday in imperial weather. The largest parade took place in Graz - under heavy police presence due to the attacks and rampages of the past days and weeks.
The fifth season reached its absolute peak in Styria on Tuesday. Up and down the country, almost every municipality had its own parades, parties or children's festivals where the foolish people could have a bit of fun.
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Fools can say anything
And carnival is not only fun for young and old, but also good for our souls, as psychologist Christa Schirl explains: "Thanks to masquerade and role reversal, the jesters can say what no one else dares to say, exposing grievances or retelling local events with a wink: 'It's good to have a good laugh, it's like a bowel movement for the soul. We often can't do that in everyday life. We can't just shout at our neighbor over the garden fence or burst into the mayor's office and let off steam. With carnival customs, we can give space to these feelings that make us feel this desire."
Aussee carnival is even a world cultural heritage site
This year, carnival once again took on a special form in Ausseerland. Drum women, Pless and Flinserl have been up to mischief here since the 18th century - and still do on the "holy carnival days" (Shrove Sunday, Rose Monday and Shrove Tuesday).
But in Ausseerland, this old tradition, which has been part of the intangible world cultural heritage since 2016, is not only maintained but also developed further. In recent years, new groups have been added in the form of the Knoppenern, the Altausseer Knopferln and the Arbeiterflinserln - the latter of which are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year.
Fun even for those who don't like carnival
But what if you don't feel like dressing up and actively taking part in the fun? Then you should at least enjoy the fun as an observer, advises psychologist Schirl: "Watching and laughing at the punchlines is also beneficial. That's why many people enjoy going to the cabaret so much."
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