Every year in February, one of the most colorful and crazy events of Holland takes place here - the Carnival. It lasts for three days - from Sunday to Tuesday, but locals usually stretch out their pleasure for at least a week. Just imagine: people specifically take leave to start drinking at 11 am in the company of bees, ducks, superheroes and Hello Kitty. Needless to say, everything in the city stops working and falls into an alcoholic coma - only bars and shops are open. Hangout takes place on the streets - every day huge parades, performances of local bands and DJs. The festival begins with the raising of the festive flag and gunshots in the Vrijthof Square - after that, according to local traditions, you can drink and hang out with impunity for at least three days. The central figure and the symbol of the carnival is the saleswoman of vegetables, which symbolizes luck and prosperity. It is clear that until the next February is still full of time, but if you want to get on the most ruthless alcohol holiday in Northern Europe, then you can already start planning a trip.
In March, you will be able to enjoy the world-famous exhibition of antiques, which attracts collectors from all over the world. This is a very prestigious and significant event; every European city would consider it an honor to become the venue for such a large-scale celebration. Moreover, during summer in Maastricht pass two famous festivals. The first event is dedicated to culinary art - Preuvenemint Festival, which is held on the last Sunday of August. And the second celebration is called Kermes when traditional fairs and folk festivals take place. Life in Maastricht is boiling, as far as here pass numerous "fishermen days", various music festivals and sporting events. This small city on the border of three countries attracts thousands of travelers from all over the world. How does it harmoniously combine the features of several countries? This question is difficult to answer with words. This can only be felt.
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